A parent has just started using a "red, yellow, green" peak flow meter to monitor his young son's pulmonary disease at home. The parent calls the clinic and reports that the last two results have been in the red zone. What advice should the nurse offer this parent?

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Results in the red zone indicate a significant reduction in airflow, and the child may need additional medical intervention. The nurse should advise the parent to bring the child and the meter to the clinic for evaluation. Rinse with warm salt water and repeating the test or waiting until the next appointment are not appropriate actions for results in the red zone, as they could delay appropriate treatment. Option D is incorrect as the red zone indicates a potential emergency situation that requires a healthcare provider's attention.

A Parent Has Just Started Using a "Red, Yellow, Green