While inspecting a 5-year-old child's ears, the nurse notes that the right pinna protrudes outward and that there is a mass behind the right ear. In light of these findings, which vital-sign parameter would the nurse assess on priority?

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The presence of a mass behind the ear and a protruding pinna could indicate an infection, such as mastoiditis. Fever is a common symptom of infection, making temperature the vital sign of priority to assess in this scenario.

While Inspecting a 5-Year-Old Child's Ears, the Nurse Notes That