After a long bout of bronchitis, Axel complains of a stabbing pain in her side with each breath. What is her probable condition? 2. The Alexander family is taking a long auto trip. Michael, who has been riding in the back of the station wagon, complains of a throbbing headache. A little later, he seems confused and his face is flushed. What is your diagnosis of Michael’s problem? 3. A new mother checks on her sleeping infant, only to find that it has stopped breathing and is turning blue. The mother quickly picks up the baby and pats its back until it starts to breathe. What tragedy has been averted?

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1. After a long bout of bronchitis, Axel complains of a stabbing pain in her side with each breath. What is her probable condition?

2. The Alexander family is taking a long auto trip. Michael, who has been riding in the back of the station wagon, complains of a throbbing headache. A little later, he seems confused and his face is flushed. What is your diagnosis of Michael’s problem?

3. A new mother checks on her sleeping infant, only to find that it has stopped breathing and is turning blue. The mother quickly picks up the baby and pats its back until it starts to breathe. What tragedy has been averted?

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