A community nurse sees a child with fever, cough, and fast breathing but no chest indrawing, stridor, or danger sign. Which action is most appropriate?
Correct answer: A. Assess and manage according to the pneumonia classification
- A. Assess and manage according to the pneumonia classification
- B. Send the child directly for emergency surgery
- C. Give cough suppressant and stop all fluids
- D. Advise the caregiver to wait until breathing stops
Explanation
Fast breathing without danger signs or chest indrawing requires assessment under the childhood pneumonia classification and appropriate treatment or follow-up. Absence of chest indrawing does not mean the illness should be ignored, and cough suppressants are not the priority.
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