When doing discharge teaching with parents of a 9-year-old child who had a tonsillectomy 10 hours ago,which will the nurse include? Select all that apply.Express answer in small numbers followed by a comma and a space-e.g. ,a,b,c
A) Gargle with warm water TID
B) Avoid vigorous brushing of the teeth
C) Use straws when providing clear fluid drinks
D) Use an ice collar for pain
E) Drink at least 1 L of fluid per day
F) Offer chewing gum
G) Provide orange juice at least once per day

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Discharge instructions include avoidance of irritating or highly seasoned food;encouraging at least 4 cups of fluid per day;avoiding gargling and vigorous brushing of the teeth,avoiding use of straws;use of analgesics or an ice collar for pain;and limiting activity.Chewing gum may prevent throat and ear pain in older children.Citrus juices should be avoided for 7 to 10 days.

When Doing Discharge Teaching with Parents of a 9-Year-Old Child