The nurse is caring for a 7-year-old diagnosed with pinworms. The nurse teaches the child's caregiver about proper treatment and prevention of future infections. Which caregiver statement indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "I always have to remind him to wash his hands before eating."
B) "We just bought a washer and dryer, and the hot water works well."
C) "Thank goodness my other children and I are not sick too."
D) "He hates having his nails trimmed but I will insist they are kept short."
Ans: C
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