A nurse is collecting data from a child who has pertussis. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?

A. Peeling of the hands and feet is not a common manifestation of pertussis. This symptom is typically associated with other conditions, such as Kawasaki disease or toxic shock syndrome, rather than an infection caused by Bordetella pertussis. B. Beefy, red tongue is usually seen in conditions like scarlet fever or certain nutritional deficiencies, such as vitamin B12 deficiency. It is not characteristic of pertussis and does not align with the typical clinical presentation of this respiratory illness. C. Fever is a common manifestation of pertussis, especially in the early stages. The child may present with a mild to moderate fever as the immune system responds to the infection. Fever can help in distinguishing pertussis from other respiratory illnesses, especially in conjunction with the classic coughing fits. D. Facial erythema is not typically seen in pertussis. While some flushing may occur during intense coughing episodes, it is not a primary symptom. Pertussis is more characterized by severe coughing fits, the distinctive "whoop" sound during inspiration, and potential vomiting after coughing.