A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 350 mg PO. The amount available is amoxicillin oral solution 250 mg/5 mL. How many ml. should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth/whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

A. "Give her acetaminophen, not aspirin." This is the appropriate response. Acetaminophen is commonly recommended for treating fever in children as it is safer and does not carry the risk of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious condition associated with aspirin use in children and adolescents, particularly when they have viral infections. This response provides a safe alternative and addresses the immediate concern of fever treatment.

B. "You'll have to call your physician." While consulting a physician is generally good advice, this response does not provide immediate guidance or address the potential risks of giving aspirin to a toddler. It leaves the parent without immediate and necessary information to prevent harm.

C. "Follow the directions on the aspirin bottle for her age and weight." This response is inappropriate and potentially harmful. Aspirin should not be given to children, especially without a physician's guidance, due to the risk of Reye's syndrome. Following dosage directions on an aspirin bottle is unsafe for a toddler, as aspirin is not recommended for children in this age group for fever treatment.

D. "Give her no more than three baby aspirin every 4 hours." This is incorrect and dangerous advice. Giving any amount of aspirin to a toddler is not recommended because of the risk of Reye's syndrome. Suggesting a specific dosage implies that it's safe to give aspirin to a child, which it is not in this context.

A. Ask the child what he knows about the procedure. Understanding the child’s knowledge and feelings about the procedure helps tailor the explanation to address any misconceptions and reduce anxiety. This is the first step in providing appropriate and effective education.

B. Allow the child to see and touch IV tubing and supplies. Familiarizing the child with the equipment can reduce fear, but it is better to first assess what the child knows and address any concerns or fears before showing the supplies.

C. Describe the procedure using visual aids. Using visual aids to explain the procedure is helpful, but it should follow assessing the child’s current understanding to ensure the explanation is appropriate and comprehensive.

D. Explain to the child's parents what role they will have during the procedure. Involving the parents and explaining their role is important, but the child’s understanding and comfort should be addressed first to ensure they are calm and prepared for the procedure.