When caring for a child who has a urinary tract infection, which nursing intervention would be most appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
A) Encourage the child to void every 30 minutes
B) Position the child on a bedpan rather than on the toilet
C) Observe for signs of pain or burning on urination
D) Monitor intake and output
E) Administer pain medications each time the child voids
F) Administer antipyretics as needed
Ans: C, D, F
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