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Elevated heart rate and blood pressure may reflect pain or anxiety. While concerning, it is not the most critical finding compared to potential hemorrhage.

Complaining of sore throat is expected after tonsillectomy. This should be managed with analgesics.

Refusal to eat solid foods is expected after tonsillectomy. Children often prefer soft or cool foods initially. This is not a danger sign.

Lack of dietary restriction is unsafe since regular foods can traumatize the surgical site and cause bleeding.

While cold fluids are soothing, ice cream/dairy is avoided in the immediate period due to mucus formation and possible throat clearing which can result in bleeding from the surgical site.

Soft foods are appropriate after the first 24 hours, once the child tolerates liquids and healing has begun. Providing this diet within the first 24hours is too early at this stage.

Prescribed antibiotic for 10 days is incorrect since antibiotics treat bacterial infections like strep throat, not viral tonsillitis.

Scheduling a follow-up in 2 weeks as a routine follow-up isn’t required unless symptoms worsen or complications develop.

Warm towels around the neck is not evidence-based or effective in treating throat pain. Cool fluids and analgesics are more appropriate.

Frequent or aggressive suctioning can traumatize the surgical site and increase the risk of bleeding. Suctioning should only be done if necessary and with extreme caution.

Fruit juices, especially citrus or red-colored drinks, are irritating to the throat and can mask bleeding. Clear, cool liquids like water or ice chips are preferred.

Heat may increase vasodilation and the risk of bleeding. Cold compresses or ice collars are recommended for comfort and to reduce swelling.

Warm compresses around the neck is not recommended; may increase blood flow and risk of bleeding. Comfort is achieved better with ice collar/cold therapy.

Citrus juices such as orange and lemonade are acidic and irritating to the throat, increasing discomfort and risk of bleeding. The child should be offered cool, clear, non-irritating fluids such as water, ice chips, and apple juice.

Supine positioning is dangerous after tonsillectomy, as it increases the risk of airway obstruction and aspiration of blood. The child should be positioned on the side-lying or prone position to facilitate drainage until fully awake.