Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 90%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A toddler with acute otitis media.The nurse discusses management with the caregiver of a toddler with acute otitis media. Which statement indicates that the caregiver needs additional teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D. Giving a toddler baby aspirin for pain is contraindicated due to the risk of Reye's syndrome. This is a serious condition that affects the liver and brain and can be fatal. Baby aspirin should never be given to children under 12 years old. Choice A is correct as Children's Tylenol can be given for fever. Choice B is correct as Children's Ibuprofen can be given for pain. Choice C is correct as completing the full course of antibiotics is important to prevent antibiotic resistance.