The mother of a 3 year old complains to the nurse after the physician leaves the room, saying, "My baby is sick with a fever, bad cough, runny nose, and flushed cheeks
He didn't give me any medicine to make him better!" What is the nurse's best response? 1. "It is okay to give your child over-the-counter medicine. Just make sure you get a cold and fever medication.".
2. "The doctor stated that he believes this to be a virus, so antibiotics will not relieve the symptoms.".
3. "The best way to treat your child is to give him plenty of fluids, bedrest, and coloring books.".
4. "The doctor believes this to be a viral illness, so you can use over-the-counter cold medications as long as they say ‘pediatric' on the label.".
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1. You should not use cold medicine in children under the age of 5.
2. "The doctor stated that he believes this to be a virus, so antibiotics will not relieve the symptoms.".
3. Fluids, bedrest, and limiting contacts would help the management of current symptoms. This does not address the mother's concern of not receiving medication.
4. You should not use cold medicine in children under the age of 5.
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