A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of a child who has impetigo.
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

The correct answer is Choice C.

Choice A rationale: A cooling blanket is typically used to manage hyperthermia in conditions like malignant hyperthermia, not routine postoperative recovery. It might cause the toddler to become too cold, leading to hypothermia or discomfort.

Choice B rationale: IV dantrolene sodium is administered for malignant hyperthermia, a rare but serious reaction to certain anesthesia medications. It is not appropriate for routine surgical recovery unless such a reaction is suspected or diagnosed.

Choice C rationale: Using an incentive spirometer encourages deep breathing, helping to prevent postoperative respiratory complications like atelectasis and pneumonia. It is an effective tool to promote lung expansion and improve oxygenation in the recovering toddler.

Choice D rationale: Administering aspirin to a toddler is not recommended due to the risk of Reye's syndrome, a serious condition causing swelling in the liver and brain. Alternative pain management strategies should be utilized for pediatric patients.

Choice A rationale

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is not typically given at 12 months of age. It is usually administered to adolescents.

Choice B rationale

The inactivated polio virus vaccine is not typically given at 12 months of age. It is usually administered earlier in infancy.

Choice C rationale

The hepatitis B vaccine is not typically given at 12 months of age. It is usually administered shortly after birth and in the first few months of life.

Choice D rationale

The varicella vaccine, which protects against chickenpox, is typically given at 12 months of age.