A nurse counsels parents about antipyretic choices for an 8-year-old with influenza. Which statement, made by one of the parents, best demonstrates understanding of an appropriate anti-pyretic choice?
a. Acetaminophen is toxic to the liver.
b. Ibuprofen may increase fever in children younger than age 10.
c. Sponge baths are the best option.
d. Aspirin may increase the risk of Reye's syndrome.
D
Aspirin increases the risk of Reye's syndrome in children; this statement demonstrates under-standing of the correct antipyretic choice.
Acetaminophen is toxic to the liver, but this is not what the question asks.
Ibuprofen does not increase fever; it is considered an antipyretic as well as an analgesic.
Sponge baths could be used as adjunctive therapy, but not as the only option.
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