The nurse is admitting a school-age child with suspected Guillan- Barre syndrome (GBS). Which is the priority in the care for this child?

A. Guillain-Barré syndrome can cause progressive weakness and paralysis, including respiratory muscles. Respiratory assessment is the priority, as respiratory failure is a leading cause of mortality in GBS. B. Placing the child on a telemetry monitor is helpful but not as urgent as assessing respiratory function in a child with GBS. C. Monitoring intake and output is important but secondary to respiratory assessment in this case. D. Obtaining laboratory studies is necessary but not as time-critical as assessing respiratory function.