A toddler with croup has a barking cough and inspiratory stridor when upset. Which intervention is most helpful?

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A. Keep the child calm and minimize agitation — In croup, agitation can worsen airway obstruction. Keeping the child calm is an important nursing intervention.

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B. Examine the throat aggressively with a tongue blade

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C. Offer hard candy to reduce coughing

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D. Place the child flat and force oral fluids