Prior to discharging the child from the hospital, what routine discharge instructions should the nurse discuss with the family?
1. Monitoring of signs and symptoms specific to condition
2. No instructions are needed; the family is familiar with child.
3. Instruction on performing a medical exam on child
4. How to remove all catheters, including central lines
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Rationale:
1. Families need support and education as they continue to be anxious or stressed over their child's hospitalization. Standard discharge plans for routine hospital discharge include monitoring signs and symptoms specific to the condition and care at home.
2. The family knows the child, but needs teaching regarding the signs and symptoms to watch for in case of recurrence or complications arise.
3. The family does not need to know how to complete a medical exam on the child.
4. The family should not be given responsibility for removing all catheters and central lines.
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