A 5-month-old female, accompanied by her parents, presents to the pediatrician's office with a fever, dry mucous membranes, labored breathing, wheezing, and a harsh cough. Rapid testing of nasal swabs reveals respiratory syncytial virus infection. The RN arranges for transport to the hospital, where she will receive intravenous fluids and oxygen therapy.
-Which of the following statements by the patient's mother demonstrates a proper understanding of the cause of RSV disease?
A) RSV is caused by a DNA virus.
B) RSV is caused by an RNA virus.
C) RSV is caused by a prion.
D) RSV is caused by a bacteriophage.
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