Question

which is an example of a mild foreign-body airway obstruction?
○ cyanosis (turning blue)
○ high-pitched noise while inhaling
○ inability to speak or cry
○ wheezing between coughs

Explanation:

• Cyanosis (turning blue) is a sign of severe airway obstruction as it indicates lack of oxygen reaching tissues.
• Inability to speak or cry is a sign of severe airway obstruction as the airway is almost completely blocked.
• Wheezing between coughs is a sign of mild airway obstruction as the person can still cough and there is some air movement. High - pitched noise while inhaling (stridor) can be a sign of upper airway obstruction but is more related to swelling or narrowing rather than a mild foreign - body obstruction in the context of this question.

Answer:

Wheezing between coughs