A 9-month-old infant presents with respiratory distress. On appearance, the infant is active and has moderate retractions. Your assessment reveals diffuse wheezing; pink, warm, dry skin; and an oxygen saturation of 92%. This infant is MOST likely experiencing:

A: pneumonia.
B: asthma.
C: bronchiolitis.
D: croup.

Ans: C: bronchiolitis.

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