An infant has acute otitis media. Which of the following would be the most important for the nurse to teach the parents?
A)Keep the baby in a flat position during sleep.
B)Administer a decongestant.
C)Place the baby to sleep with a pacifier.
D)Administer acetaminophen (Tylenol) to relieve discomfort.

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Administering acetaminophen (Tylenol) to relieve discomfort is important for the infant's comfort. Keeping the baby in a flat position during sleep is not recommended for infants with acute otitis media as it can worsen symptoms. Decongestants are not recommended for infants under 6 months of age. Placing the baby to sleep with a pacifier may help prevent otitis media, but it is not effective for treating acute otitis media.

An Infant Has Acute Otitis Media