Assessing WOB in children involves observing and evaluating several clinical signs:
Tachypnea: An increased respiratory rate is often one of the first signs of increased WOB. Retractions: Visible indentations between the ribs, above the collarbone, or below the rib cage, indicating increased effort to breathe. Nasal Flaring: Widening of the nostrils during breathing as a sign of respiratory distress. Grunting: A sound made during exhalation to keep the airways open longer and improve oxygenation. Head Bobbing: In infants, this can be a sign of severe respiratory distress.
