Which should a nurse identify as common chronic illnesses of childhood? (Select all that apply.)
A) Reactive airway disease (asthma)
B) Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
C) Cerebral palsy
D) Diabetes mellitus
E) Human immunodeficiency virus infection (HIV)

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A chronic illness is defined as a condition that is long term,does not spontaneously resolve,is usually without a complete cure,and affects activities of daily living.Reactive airway disease (asthma),cerebral palsy,diabetes mellitus,and HIV are all chronic illnesses that may occur during childhood.RSV is a virus that is highly contagious and causes bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children.It does not cause chronic illness.

Which Should a Nurse Identify as Common Chronic Illnesses of Childhood