Which Parental Statements Indicate Correct Understanding of the Care That

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which parental statements indicate correct understanding of the care that is needed for a pediatric client after the insertion of tympanostomy tubes? Select all that apply.

• A) "It is important to limit my child's diet after surgery and only allow soft, bland foods."
• B) "I should restrict my child to quiet activities after surgery."
• C) "I should plan to administer a decongestant to my child for 1 to 2 weeks following surgery."
• D) "It is important for my child to drink plenty of fluids after the procedure."
• E) "I will remind my child to use ear plugs prior to showering and swimming."

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon where the desire for harmony or conformity in a group results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

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