Rationale: A. Administer pancreatic enzymes with meals: Pancreatic enzymes are used to aid digestion in clients with pancreatic insufficiency, not for epiglottitis. This intervention is unrelated to the acute respiratory management required for this condition. B. Carefully suction the child's oropharynx to remove secretions: Suctioning the oropharynx in a child with epiglottitis can trigger laryngospasm and complete airway obstruction. Suctioning should be avoided unless absolutely necessary and performed only by experienced personnel with emergency airway equipment ready. C. Continuously monitor the child's respiratory status: Epiglottitis can rapidly progress to airway obstruction. Continuous assessment of respiratory rate, effort, oxygen saturation, and signs of distress is critical to detect deterioration early and initiate emergency interventions, making this a priority nursing action. D. Instill normal saline drops to nares before meals: Nasal saline drops are used to relieve mild nasal congestion and facilitate feeding in children but do not address the life-threatening airway risk in epiglottitis. This is a supportive measure, not a priority intervention.