Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Simulated
A parent rushes their 3-year-old child to the emergency department with an asthma exacerbation. Which additional finding should alert the nurse that the child is in acute respiratory distress?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Flaring of the nares is a sign of increased respiratory effort and is commonly seen in children with acute respiratory distress. This indicates that the child is struggling to breathe and is using additional muscles to help with respiration.