A nurse is caring for a child who ingested laundry detergent pods (Tide pods). Which of the following assessments is the nurse's priority?

A. Respiratory status is the priority due to the risk of aspiration, chemical pneumonia, or airway swelling, which can be life-threatening. B. Bowel sounds are relevant but are secondary to airway and respiratory assessment. C. Burns of the mouth may be present but do not take priority over respiratory assessment. D. Visual acuity is not an immediate concern in detergent ingestion cases.