MEDizzy - The 6-year-old child is brought to the emergency department

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Respiratory System Pediatric Disorders

The 6-year-old child is brought to the emergency department wheezing and short of breath. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?

ExplanationCorrect answer B The priority intervention is to ensure lung expansion; therefore, elevating the head of bed is the first intervention. Then the nurse should start an IV line, administer aminophylline intravenously, and use a peak flow meter to assess the extent of respiratory compromise. Remember, if in distress, do not assess.