Physiological AdaptationQuestion 1171 of 2368
Which finding in a child with sinus symptoms most suggests a bacterial cause?
- Symptoms that began three days ago and have stayed the same
- Thin, clear nasal drainage with sneezing and no fever
- Symptoms that are steadily improving after seven days
- Symptoms that improved at first and then became worse
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Correct answer: Symptoms that improved at first and then became worse
Bacterial sinusitis lasts more than ten days or shows double worsening: initial improvement followed by worsening.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Childhood Respiratory Disorders: Sinusitis. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Physiological Adaptation"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026