A student nurse is caring for a child diagnosed with croup and the nurse asks the student about the clinical manifestations associated with the illness. Which statement by the student indicates a need for further assessment?
A)The cough is harsh and brassy
B)Inspiratory stridor and a low-grade fever may be present
C)Symptoms usually worsen at night and are better during the day
D)Symptoms usually worsen during the day and are relieved during sleep

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A statement by the student that indicates a need for further assessment is symptoms usually worsen during the day and are relieved during sleep. Croup often begins at night and may be preceded by several days of upper respiratory infection symptoms. Croup is characterized by a sudden onset of a harsh, brassy cough; sore throat; and inspiratory stridor. Symptoms usually worsen at night and are better in the day. Croup is usually accompanied by a low-grade fever, but occasionally the temperature may be as high as 104° F.

A Student Nurse Is Caring for a Child Diagnosed with Croup