Which interventions should a nurse implement when caring for a child with hepatitis? (Select all that apply.)
A) Provide a well-balanced, low-fat diet.
B) Schedule playtime in the playroom with other children.
C) Teach parents not to administer any over-the-counter medications.
D) Arrange for home schooling because the child will not be able to return to school.
E) Instruct parents on the importance of good hand washing.

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The child with hepatitis should be placed on a well-balanced,low-fat diet.Parents should be taught to not give over-the-counter medications because of impaired liver function.Hand hygiene is the most important preventive measure for the spread of hepatitis.The child will be in contact isolation in the hospital,so playtime with other hospitalized children is not scheduled.The child will be on contact isolation for a minimum of 1 week after the onset of jaundice.After that period,the child will be allowed to return to school.

Which Interventions Should a Nurse Implement When Caring for a Child