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5. A 7-year-old child with asthma presents with an acute exacerbation, characterized by severe wheezing, dyspnea, and pulsus paradoxus. What is the critical initial nursing intervention in this situational scenario?

A. Administering oral corticosteroids.
B. Immediately administering a short-acting beta-agonist (SABA) via nebulizer or metered-dose inhaler with spacer.
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C. Encouraging the child to lie down.
D. Taking a detailed history of the child's allergies.

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  • Administering oral corticosteroids.
  • Immediately administering a short-acting beta-agonist (SABA) via nebulizer or metered-dose inhaler with spacer.
  • Encouraging the child to lie down.
  • Taking a detailed history of the child's allergies.

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