The nurse reinforces teaching for the parents of a child with impetigo. Which of the following statements by a parent indicates correct understanding of teaching? Select all that apply.

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11ecbb05_cae2_6dc0_b433_5d0700a8f8b6_MD0009_00 Impetigo is a highly contagious bacterial skin infection, most commonly occurring in children during hot, humid weather. Impetigo is characterized by itchy, burning, red pustules that rupture to form honey-colored crusts. When treated with antibiotic ointment and/or oral antibiotics, lesions are no longer contagious after 24-48 hours and typically heal within a week. Without antibiotics, impetigo typically resolves within 2-3 weeks but remains highly contagious until lesions heal. To care for and decrease transmission of impetigo, interventions include: Performing handwashing before and after touching the infected area (Option A) Isolating the infected person's clothing and linens and washing them in hot water (Option C) Keeping the infected person's fingernails short and clean to prevent bacteria from collecting under them and to deter scratching (Option D) Avoiding close contact with others for 24-48 hours after initiation of antibiotic therapy (Option E) Keeping the infected area covered with gauze when in contact with others (eg, while at school) (Option B) Impetigo lesions should be soaked with warm water, saline, or Burow's solution (a skin-soothing astringent) and gently cleansed with mild antibacterial soap before applying antibiotic ointment. This helps remove infected crusts and reduce irritation. Alcohol is irritative and should be avoided. Educational objective: Impetigo is a highly contagious bacterial skin infection. Caregivers can decrease transmission by keeping the client's nails short and clean, isolating the client's linens and washing them with hot water, and preventing close contact with others while the client is contagious. Lesions are soaked and cleansed with mild antibacterial soap to remove crusts before applying antibiotic ointment.

The Nurse Reinforces Teaching for the Parents of a Child