A child is admitted after a severe asthma attack.Respiratory status is stable at this time.Which is the priority intervention for this child?
A) Determining the trigger
B) Ensuring hydration
C) Promoting rest
D) Providing support

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Priorities in any emergency are airway,breathing,and circulation.Because the respiratory status is now stable,attention is placed on ensuring that the child is hydrated.This is important for two reasons: first,hydration helps liquefy secretions; second,the mouth-breathing child will have lost a great deal of fluid through insensible loss,which needs to be replaced.All other options are important parts of care of this child; however,hydration is the priority.

A Child Is Admitted After a Severe Asthma Attack