A nurse is assessing a toddler who is toilet-trained and has a temperature of 38.5° C (101.3° F). Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as an indication of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?

A. Give the infant liquids using a small spoon with a long handle.

Give the infant liquids using a small spoon with a long handle.While feeding is essential, the method described is not specific to postoperative care after cleft palate repair.Feedings are resumed by bottle, breast/chest, or cup per surgeon preference; some surgeons prescribe the use of an Asepto syringe for feeding or a soft cup such as a soft-tipped sippy cup.

B. Apply elbow restraints to the infant.

Apply elbow restraints to the infant is correct.Elbow restraints would be used to prevent the infant from injuring or traumatizing the surgical site.

C. Gently check the infant's suture line using a padded tongue depressor.

It's important to assess the surgical site for signs of infection or bleeding, but using a padded tongue depressor may not be the most appropriate method. The nurse should follow the surgeon's orders regarding wound care and assessment techniques, which may include visual inspection without manipulation.

D. Place the infant in a supine position.

Placing the infant in a supine position is generally recommended after cleft palate repair surgery to minimize strain on the surgical site and promote healing. However, it's essential to ensure proper positioning to prevent aspiration and maintain airway patency.

A. "Seal nonwashable items in a plastic bag for 2 days."

This instruction is incorrect. Items that cannot be laundered may be dry-cleaned or sealed in a plastic bag for two weeks

B. "Soak hair brushes in boiling water for 10 minutes."This is correct. According to CDC, combs and brushes should be soaked in hot water (at least 130 degrees fahrenheit) to help avoid re-infestation.

C. "Apply permethrin 1 percent cream rinse every day for 5 days."

This instruction is incorrect. Permethrin 1 percent cream rinse is a medication used to treat head lice infestations, but it is typically applied only once and then rinsed out after a specified period of time (usually 10 minutes). Repeated daily application for five days is not recommended and may lead to unnecessary exposure to the medication.

D. "After washing bed linens, place them in a dryer on a cool setting for 30 minutes."

This instruction is incorrect. To effectively kill lice and nits on bed linens, they should be washed in hot water (at least 130°F or 54°C) and then dried on a hot setting in the dryer. A cool setting may not be sufficient to kill lice and nits.