The Nurse Receives a Call from the Parent of an 8-Year-Old

question 144

Multiple Choice

The nurse receives a call from the parent of an 8-year-old boy who is home sick from school with a headache, sinus congestion, and a cough. The parent asks, "Can I give him some Benadryl to help him breathe easier?" Which of the following statements by the nurse is best?

• A) "How long has your child been ill?"
• B) "It should be fine if he weighs more than 50 pounds."
• C) "What other over-the-counter medications have you given him?"
• D) "That might make him sleepy, so it is best to give it at night."

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