Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Child with varicellaA nurse is planning care for a child who has varicella. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to include?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Initiate airborne precautions. Varicella, also known as chickenpox, is highly contagious through airborne transmission. By initiating airborne precautions, the nurse can help prevent the spread of the virus to other individuals. Assessing for Koplik spots (choice B) is associated with measles, not varicella. Providing a warm blanket (choice C) is not directly related to managing varicella. Administering aspirin for fever (choice D) is contraindicated in children with varicella due to the risk of Reye's syndrome.