A nurse is providing education to the parents of a toddler who is being discharged after an orchiopexy procedure. Which of the following statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. "Your baby's crying is a way to communicate with you." Correct. This response validates the parent's concern and provides an understanding that crying is a normal behaviour for infants as a form of communication.

B. "Why do you feel like your baby cries a lot?" This question might make the parent feel defensive and does not provide reassurance or helpful information about infant behaviour.

C. "Is it possible that you have spoiled your baby?" This response is inappropriate and can make the parent feel judged or blamed. It also suggests a misunderstanding of infant development, as infants cannot be spoiled by responding to their needs.

D. "Letting your baby cry will teach them how to self-soothe." This advice is not suitable for a 1-month-old infant, as they are too young to self-soothe and need their caregivers to respond to their needs for comfort and care.

A. Obtain an x-ray of the child's neck: While an x-ray can help diagnose epiglottitis, it is not the first action. The priority is to prevent the spread of infection and ensure the safety of the healthcare team and other patients.

B. Place intubation equipment at the bedside: Intubation may be necessary if the child's airway becomes obstructed, but the first step is to take precautions to prevent the spread of the infection.

C. Administer intravenous antibiotics: Administering antibiotics is crucial for treating the infection, but it should follow the initiation of droplet precautions to ensure safety.

D. Initiate droplet precautions: Epiglottitis is often caused by bacterial infections that can spread through respiratory droplets. Initiating droplet precautions immediately helps prevent transmission and is the priority to protect healthcare workers and other patients.