A child with measles develops rapid breathing, chest pain and worsening fever. Which complication should the nurse suspect first?
Correct answer: A. Bacterial pneumonia
- A. Bacterial pneumonia
- B. Acute appendicitis
- C. Otitis externa
- D. Simple constipation
Explanation
Measles can weaken immune defenses and is commonly complicated by pneumonia. Worsening fever with respiratory distress requires prompt assessment for pneumonia rather than treatment as uncomplicated measles.
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About Common Childhood Illnesses
Common childhood illnesses include acute respiratory infections, diarrhoeal disease, dehydration, measles, mumps, chickenpox, pertussis and worm infestations. The subject focuses on causes, signs, transmission, assessment, prevention and nursing care, especially distinguishing pneumonia from less severe respiratory infection and classifying dehydration by clinical findings.
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