Pediatric nursing · practice question
A 6-month-old infant in the pediatric clinic is being evaluated for well-child care. Assessment data include pulling at ears and crying with tugging on the right ear. The nurse is evaluating discharge teaching. Which client statement shows correct understanding?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
A. "I will call the nurse if I have new or worse symptoms before my follow-up appointment."
Why
Effective teaching includes when to seek help for worsening symptoms. Stopping medications or delaying reports are unsafe.
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