A nurse is assessing a 4-year-old child who presents with symptoms suggestive of epiglottitis. Which of the following clinical manifestations would be most consistent with this condition?

Difficulty swallowing drooling, hoarseness, and sitting in a tripod position

Rhinorrhea, congestion, mild sore throat, and hoarseness

Sudden onset of cough, wheezing, rapid breathing and difficulty swallowing

Hoarseness, stridor, and a barking cough