The nurse is providing care to a 3-year-old client whose mother states, "I am not sure that I have enough money to buy both food for the rest of the month and the antibiotic for my child's ear infection." Which nursing intervention would be beneficial for the child and this family?

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Putting the mother in contact with a local agency that provides food on a regular basis to needy families and helps them access other resources in the community is the best choice as it addresses both the food insecurity and the child's medical needs. This can also provide long-term assistance and support for the family. Option A is not effective as using a Q-tip may actually worsen the child's ear infection. Option C is not a sustainable solution and only provides short-term assistance. Option D is not appropriate as a nurse cannot provide medication without a prescription from a healthcare provider.

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