Which infection is strongly suspected in a child under 2 years with persistent fever, cough, difficulty breathing, and nasal flaring in winter?
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: RSV bronchiolitis
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) commonly causes bronchiolitis in infants and young children during the winter season.
Practice all 20 Childhood Infections and Immunizations questions
Keep practicing
More Childhood Infections and Immunizations questions
- What is a key preventive measure against vaccine-preventable diseases in children?
- Which vaccine is added annually for children due to frequent virus strain changes?
- A 3-year-old child with high fever and a 'slapped-cheek' rash likely has which infection?
- Which statement about vaccinations in children with mild illness is correct?
- Which disease does the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine protect children against?
- Child with swelling behind the jaw, pain, fever, and difficulty swallowing likely has which childhood infection?