A Mother Calls the Clinic and Tells the Nurse That

A mother calls the clinic and tells the nurse that her 4-month-old baby has a fever. The mother asks if she can use the liquid acetaminophen (Tylenol) that is used for her 10-year-old child. What is the best response by the nurse?

A) "Infants should not have acetaminophen (Tylenol) because it damages the liver."
B) "It is best if the pediatrician is called; he can be asked this question."
C) "It is fine to use the same medicine for both children."
D) "Infant drops should be used for the baby; they are different from liquid medicine."