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A nurse is caring for a 7-year-old child who has a urinary tract infection (UTI)

Exhibits

The nurse is planning care for the client.

For each the following interventions, click to specify if the potential intervention is anticipated or contraindicated for the client.

A.

Educate the child about proper perineal hygiene.

B.

Advise child's guardian about the use of sunscreen.

C.

Administer salicylic acid for pain and fever.

D.

Administer sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.

E.

Ensure the child receives a maximum of 1,200 mL/day of fluid.

Answer and Explanation

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A.    Educate the child about proper perineal hygiene. Anticipated. This is essential to prevent the recurrence of UTIs.
B.    Advise child's guardian about the use of sunscreen. Anticipated. While not directly related to the UTI, protecting the child's skin from sun damage is important overall health.
C.    Administer salicylic acid for pain and fever. Contraindicated. Salicylic acid is contraindicated in children due to the risk of Reye's syndrome.
D.    Administer sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. Anticipated. This is the prescribed medication for the UTI and should be administered as ordered.
E.    Ensure the child receives a maximum of 1,200 mL/day of fluid. Anticipated. Adequate hydration is crucial for flushing bacteria from the urinary tract. Restricting fluids is counterproductive.
 


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