The mother of a 5-year-old child calls the clinic to ask if her child has a mild respiratory infection or needs to be seen.Which question by the nurse would elicit the most helpful information?
A) "Can your child swallow without pain?"
B) "Does the child have a sore throat?"
C) "Is your child coughing occasionally?"
D) "Was the onset gradual or sudden?"

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Common "colds" or nasopharyngitis usually have a gradual onset.A rapid onset would indicate a more serious condition.The other manifestations are commonly seen in this disorder.

The Mother of a 5-Year-Old Child Calls the Clinic to Ask