The school nurse advises the mother of a child with fifth disease to:
a. Seek treatment for her child right away
b. Keep the child indoors for the short incubation period of 2 days
c. Be aware the child is contagious as long as a rash is present
d. Avoid skin irritation from sun, heat, or cold
D
Children with fifth disease should be protected from skin irritation from sun, heat, or cold to prevent reappearance of the rash.
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