A nurse is caring for a child and suspects the child has experienced physical maltreatment.Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

Choice A: Teaching the child to swim does not eliminate the risk of accidental drowning. While swimming skills are important, they cannot guarantee that a child will not drown, especially if they are unsupervised or encounter an unexpected situation in the water.
Choice B: An adult should remain within arm's reach of the child when near water. Constant supervision is crucial because toddlers can move quickly and may not understand the dangers of water. Being within arm's reach allows the adult to react immediately if the child is in distress.
Choice C: Most incidents of accidental drowning do not necessarily occur in ponds or lakes; they can happen in any body of water, including home swimming pools, bathtubs, and even buckets. Therefore, vigilance is required around all water sources.
Choice D: Placing a fence around a pool can help prevent accidental drowning, but it does not ensure the safety of the child. A fence is a barrier but not a substitute for active supervision. It's also important that the fence is properly maintained and secured.

Choice A reason:

While an oatmeal bath can provide relief from itching, it is not the first step in treating poison ivy exposure. The immediate priority is to remove the plant oils from the skin.

Choice B reason:

Administering an oral corticosteroid may be indicated for severe cases of poison ivy, but it is not the initial step. Removing the plant oils from the skin is the first priority.

Choice C reason:

Applying calamine lotion can help soothe itching, but it is not the first action to take. The priority is to remove any remaining plant oils from the skin.

Choice D reason:

The first action the nurse should take is to remove any remaining plant oils from the skin by flushing the affected area with cold, running water. This helps to prevent further absorption of the irritant.