Which statement by a parent about a child's conjunctivitis indicates that further teaching is needed?
a. "I'll have separate towels and washcloths for each family member."
b. "I'll notify my doctor if the eye gets redder or the drainage increases."
c. "When the eye drainage improves, we'll stop giving the antibiotic ointment."
d. "After taking the antibiotic for 24 hours, my child can return to school."
ANS: C
The antibiotic should be continued for the full prescription. Maintaining separate towels and washcloths will prevent the other family members from acquiring the infection. If the infection proliferates, the physician should be contacted. The child should be kept home from school or day care until the child receives the antibiotic for 24 hours.
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