The nurse is giving discharge instructions to the parents of a 5-year-old child who had a tonsillectomy 4 hours ago. What statement by the parent indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?
a. "I can use an ice collar on my child for pain control along with analgesics."
b. "My child should clear the throat frequently to clear the secretions."
c. "I should allow my child to be as active as tolerated."
d. "My child should gargle and brush teeth at least three times per day."
ANS: A
Pain control after a tonsillectomy can be achieved with application of an ice collar and administration of analgesics. The child should avoid clearing the throat or coughing and does not need to gargle and brush teeth a certain number of times per day and should avoid vigorous gargling and toothbrushing. Also, the child's activity should be limited to decrease the potential for bleeding, at least for the first few days.
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