A child with Down's syndrome has been admitted to the hospital with a respiratory condition and is producing thick,tenacious mucus.Which nursing action is the priority?
A) Ensuring a patent airway
B) Involving child-life therapy
C) Preventing nosocomial infection
D) Relieving stress at hospitalization

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All answers are appropriate nursing interventions; however,the child with Down's syndrome has a small oral cavity and small airway,which can be easily occluded.The priority action of the nurse is to maintain the child's airway.

A Child with Down's Syndrome Has Been Admitted to the Hospital