You are assessing an infant who has been ill and has had a fever for the past two days. As you approach the infant you note that she has grunting respirations. Based on your OEC training you determine that grunting is:
a. a soothing mechanism for a sick child.
b. a symptom of severe respiratory disease.
c. a symptom of significant dehydration.
d. often normal in a child with a cold.
Answer: b
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