A nurse is caring for a child with measles and anticipates administering which supplement?

Choice B rationale:

The nurse accurately informs the client that they are contagious for about a week after the rash appears. The period of contagiousness starts a few days before the rash appears and continues until approximately 4 days after the rash has emerged. Measles is highly contagious, and transmission occurs through respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing.

Choice A rationale:

This statement is incorrect. The client is contagious a few days before the rash appears and not only from the onset of the rash until two days afterward.

Choice C rationale:

This statement is incorrect. The client is contagious during the prodrome stage, which is before the appearance of the rash, as well as during the exanthematous stage when the rash is present.

Choice D rationale:

This statement is incorrect. The fever subsides during the prodrome stage, but the client remains contagious during the early part of the exanthematous stage when the rash is present.

Choice A rationale:

The client's statement about washing their eyes with sterile saline solution as prescribed is appropriate and does not require immediate nursing intervention. It reflects proper eye hygiene, which is essential in managing conjunctivitis associated with measles.

Choice B rationale:

The client's statement about avoiding bright light to prevent corneal ulceration is appropriate. Measles-related conjunctivitis can lead to sensitivity to light, and avoiding bright light can help reduce discomfort and prevent corneal damage. This statement does not indicate a need for immediate nursing intervention.

Choice C rationale:

The client's statement about applying eye drops as prescribed to reduce irritation is appropriate. Eye drops can help alleviate the discomfort and irritation associated with conjunctivitis. There is no need for immediate nursing intervention based on this statement.

Choice D rationale:

The client's statement about using topical anesthetics on their eyes to reduce discomfort requires immediate nursing intervention. Topical anesthetics should be avoided in cases of viral conjunctivitis, as they can delay healing and potentially worsen the condition. The nurse should intervene to educate the client about the potential harm of using topical anesthetics and ensure they follow the prescribed treatment plan for conjunctivitis.