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A child with pneumonia, is it ok to take them to a pool?
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NO: A child with pneumonia needs to rest and avoid exertion. Any increase in activity can cause difficulty breathing. I would be worried about adding the dangers of water activities in someone with impaired breathing.
Answered 7/12/2016
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