A nurse is preparing to collect data from a toddler during a well-child visit. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

A. Children with asthma are at an increased risk for respiratory infections, including pneumococcal infections. Therefore, pneumococcal immunization is recommended for children with asthma to help prevent pneumonia and other infections.

B. Salmeterol is a long-acting beta-agonist used for asthma maintenance and not for acute exacerbations. The nurse should instruct the guardian to use a quick-relief bronchodilator (e.g., albuterol) for acute symptoms.

C. When using a peak flow meter, the child should inhale as deeply as possible, but the exhalation should be long and forceful. Inhaling quickly may not give an accurate reading of lung function.

D. Physical activity and sports are important for children with asthma, as long as their asthma is well controlled. The nurse should not recommend avoiding school sports unless the child has an active exacerbation or poor asthma control.

A. Crushing sustained-release tablets is not recommended because it can alter the medication's intended effect, releasing it all at once, which can be dangerous for the child.

B. Allowing medications to flow into the tube by gravity is the correct method. It ensures the medication is delivered slowly and effectively, preventing the tube from clogging and ensuring proper absorption.

C. Flushing the tube with 2 mL of sterile water is insufficient after all medications are administered. Typically, the tube should be flushed with 15-30 mL of water before and after medication administration to ensure patency.

D. Mixing all medications together is not recommended because different medications may have incompatible properties, and mixing them could alter their effectiveness or cause adverse reactions. Each medication should be administered separately.