A nurse is caring for a preschooler with acute nasopharyngitis.
Which information should the nurse include when teaching the parents about this health problem?

The correct answers are B. Assess the client’s airway patency,

C. Remove objects from the client’s bed, and D. Place the client in a side-lying position.

Choice A rationale

Restraining the client during a seizure is not recommended as it can cause injury. The focus should be on ensuring the client’s safety and preventing harm.

Choice B rationale

Assessing the client’s airway patency is crucial during a seizure to ensure that the client is breathing properly and that the airway is not obstructed.

Choice C rationale

Removing objects from the client’s bed helps prevent injury during a seizure. Objects in the bed can pose a risk of harm if the client hits them during the seizure.

Choice D rationale

Placing the client in a side-lying position helps maintain an open airway and reduces the risk of aspiration. This position allows any secretions to drain out of the mouth, preventing choking.

Choice E rationale

Placing a tongue depressor in the client’s mouth is not recommended and can cause injury. It is a common misconception that this prevents the client from swallowing their tongue, but it can actually cause more harm.

The correct answer is Choice D.

Choice A rationale

A storybook about a child who has diabetes can be helpful in educating the child about their condition and normalizing their experience. However, it may not be as effective in addressing the immediate distress caused by an insulin injection. Therapeutic play that directly involves the injection experience can be more beneficial in helping the child cope with their fear and anxiety.

Choice B rationale

A period of play in the playroom can provide a distraction and help the child relax. However, it does not specifically address the child’s distress related to the insulin injection. Therapeutic play that involves role-playing the injection process can be more effective in helping the child understand and cope with the procedure.

Choice C rationale

A video game can serve as a distraction and help the child relax. However, it does not directly address the child’s fear and anxiety related to the insulin injection. Therapeutic play that involves role-playing the injection process can be more effective in helping the child understand and cope with the procedure.

Choice D rationale

Using a needleless syringe and a doll allows the child to engage in therapeutic play that simulates the experience of receiving an insulin injection. This type of play helps the child understand the procedure, reduces fear and anxiety, and provides a sense of control over the situation. It is a direct and effective way to help the child cope with the distress caused by the injection.