You were floated as a triage nurse at the emergency department. Four infant patients arrive at the same time. Which patient would you evaluate first?

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The patient that you would evaluate first is a patient with drooling, difficulty breathing, and difficulty swallowing. This patient with the above mentioned signs and symptoms would need immediate attention, as these are evidence of epiglotitis. Other options require nursing care, but they are not considered to be emergent.

You Were Floated as a Triage Nurse at the Emergency