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

Rationale:

A. Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is associated with consumption of clotting factors, leading to prolonged clotting times, such as increased prothrombin time (PT) and activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT), rather than decreased.
B. DIC does not typically cause an increase in hemoglobin (Hgb) levels; in fact, it may lead to anemia due to blood loss and consumption of clotting factors.
C. DIC does not typically cause an increase in red blood cell (RBC) count; if anything, it can lead to anemia due to blood loss.
D. DIC is characterized by widespread activation of coagulation, leading to consumption of platelets and decreased platelet count, which can result in bleeding tendencies.

Rationale:

A. Assessing the risk of self-harm or suicide is the top priority when caring for a patient with major depressive disorder. It allows the nurse to intervene immediately if there's a risk of harm.

B. While group therapy can be beneficial for individuals with depression, it's not the first priority when assessing for safety concerns.

C. Administering antidepressants may be part of the treatment plan, but it's essential to assess the immediate risk of self-harm before proceeding with medication administration.

D. Assisting with activities of daily living is important, but it's not the first action to take when assessing for safety in a patient with major depressive disorder.