The nurse is educating the parents of a 4-year-old boy with a Wilms tumor who is about to have chemotherapy prior to surgery. Which statement by the parents indicates that the nurse should review the instructions about preventing infection?

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Antibiotics are not typically used as a preventative measure for infection in patients undergoing chemotherapy for Wilms tumor unless there is a specific indication. The focus should be on hygiene, avoiding crowds to reduce exposure to infectious agents, and monitoring for fever, which can indicate infection. Antibiotics are used to treat infections rather than prevent them in this context, suggesting a misunderstanding of infection prevention strategies.

The Nurse Is Educating the Parents of a 4-Year-Old Boy