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Nurse:
I came, I cared, I charted.

Nurses don't just treat patients, they bring hope, comfort, and courage to those who need it most.

Nurses:
Every shift, every smile, every life touched is a testament to your unwavering dedication

A nurse's touch can calm a storm, a word can ignite hope, and a presence can change a life.

A 5-year-old child presents to the emergency department with a fever of 39.5°C (103.1°F), irritability, and a barking cough that worsens at night. On examination, you note inspiratory stridor and retractions. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial management for this patient?

A. Antibiotic therapy with amoxicillin
B. Nebulized albuterol
C. Oral corticosteroids (e.g., dexamethasone)
D. Chest X-ray to evaluate for pneumonia
E. Immediate transfer to the intensive care unit for observation

A 2-month-old infant is brought to the clinic by parents who report poor feeding, excessive sweating during feeds, and difficulty breathing. On examination, you note a harsh, holosystolic murmur at the left lower sternal border, and the infant's heart rate is 160 beats per minute. Which of the following congenital heart defects is most likely responsible for these findings?

A. Atrial septal defect (ASD)
B. Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
C. Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)
D. Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF)
E. Coarctation of the aorta

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