The nurse is caring for a 10-month-old infant with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) bronchiolitis. Which intervention should be included in the child's care? (Select all that apply.)
A) Place in a mist tent.
B) Administer antibiotics.
C) Administer cough syrup.
D) Encourage the child to drink 8 ounces of formula every 4 hours.
E) Cluster care to encourage adequate rest.
F) Place on noninvasive oxygen monitoring.

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Hydration is important in children with RSV bronchiolitis to loosen secretions and prevent shock. Clustering of care promotes periods of rest. The use of noninvasive oxygen monitoring is recommended. Mist tents are no longer used. Antibiotics do not treat illnesses with viral causes. Cough syrup suppresses clearing of respiratory secretions and is not indicated for young children.

The Nurse Is Caring for a 10-Month-Old Infant with Respiratory