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Physiological AdaptationQuestion 1190 of 2368

Which set of findings is classic for epiglottitis?

  1. Barking cough, hoarseness, and symptoms worse at night
  2. A whooping sound after coughing and vomiting
  3. Drooling, difficulty swallowing, and respiratory distress
  4. Sandpaper rash, strawberry tongue, and high fever
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Correct answer: Drooling, difficulty swallowing, and respiratory distress

The classic "3 Ds" are drooling, dysphagia, and distress.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Childhood Respiratory Disorders: Assessment (Recognize Cues). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Physiological Adaptation"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026