An infant has developed staphylococcal pneumonia. Nursing care of the child with pneumonia includes which interventions? (Select all that apply.)
A) Cluster care to conserve energy
B) Round-the-clock administration of antitussive agents
C) Strict intake and output to avoid congestive heart failure
D) Administration of antibiotics

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Antibiotics are indicated for a bacterial pneumonia. Often the child will have decreased pulmonary reserve, and the clustering of care is essential. Antitussive agents are used sparingly. It is desirable for the child to cough up some of the secretions. Fluids are essential to kept secretions as liquefied as possible.

An Infant Has Developed Staphylococcal Pneumonia