A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of a child who has impetigo.
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

Choice A rationale

Administering methylprednisolone, a corticosteroid, can help reduce inflammation. However, it is not the first-line treatment for severe anaphylaxis.

Choice B rationale

Administering oxygen can help improve the child’s oxygenation, but it is not the first action the nurse should take in this situation.

Choice C rationale

Administering a nebulized bronchodilator can help relieve wheezing, but it is not the first action the nurse should take in this situation.

Choice D rationale

Administering epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis. It works quickly to improve breathing, stimulate the heart, raise a dropping blood pressure, and reduce swelling of the face, lips, and throat.

Choice A rationale

Encouraging flexion and extension of the neck in a client with a halo vest for cervical vertebral fracture is not recommended. The purpose of the halo vest is to immobilize the neck to allow healing.

Choice B rationale

Assessing the pin sites for infection once every other day is not typically recommended. More frequent assessments are usually necessary to promptly identify any signs of infection.

Choice C rationale

Repositioning the client using a turning sheet is the correct action. This method of repositioning can help to prevent skin breakdown and pressure ulcers, which are potential complications for clients who are immobilized.

Choice D rationale

Tightening the screw on the halo device once-quarter turn every 48 hours is not typically recommended. Adjustments to the halo device should be made by a healthcare professional as needed based on the client’s condition and comfort.