A pediatric nurse explains the science of sneezing

  • Written by: Meg Sorg, Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing, Purdue University
A pediatric nurse explains the science of sneezingSneezing with your eyes closed is a reflex you can consciously override.Robert Kneschke/EyeEm via Getty ImagesA pediatric nurse explains the science of sneezing

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