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A 3-year-old child has had symptoms of influenza including fever, productive cough, nausea, vomiting, and sore throat for the past several days. In caring for a young child with symptoms of influenza, the mother must be cautioned about:
A. Giving aspirin and bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) to treat the symptoms
B. Giving clear liquids too soon
C. Allowing the child to come in contact with other children for 3 days
D. The possibility of pneumonia as a complication
Correct Answer: A
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
(A) Aspirin should never be given to children with influenza because of the possibility of causing Reye’s syndrome. Pepto- Bismol is also classified as a salicylate and should be avoided. (B) Depending on the severity of symptoms, the child may be receiving IV therapy or clear liquids. (C) The disease has a 13 day incubation period and affected children are most infectious 24 hours before and after the onset of symptoms. (D) Although viral pneumonia can be a complication of influenza, this would not be an initial priority.
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