Which infection control measures should the nurse include in the discharge instructions for the family of a child who is immunodeficient? Select all that apply
1. "It is important that your child does not share cups with other members of the family."
2. "You should avoid washing your child's utensils in the dishwasher."
3. "You should allow your child to eat fresh fruit with the skin intact."
4. "It is important that everyone practices hand hygiene before touching your child."
5. "You should use alcohol wipes to cleanse your child's diaper area."
1, 4
Explanation:
1. Children who are immunodeficient should not share cups with other members of the family, as this increases the child's risk for developing an infection.
2. Utensils should be washed in warm water or placed in the dishwasher to ensure that contaminates are properly cleansed.
3. Fresh fruit should be washed and peeled prior to allowing the child who is immunocomprised to eat it.
4. Hand hygiene before handling the child, after changing diapers, and prior to feeding the child is essential to decrease the risk for infection.
5. The diaper area should be cleaned with mild soap and allowed to dry. The use of alcohol will increase the risk for skin breakdown and infection.
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