A Patient Is Being Discharged After Treatment for a Scald

A patient is being discharged after treatment for a scald burn that caused a superficial burn over one hand and a superficial partial-thickness burn on several fingers. What should be included in this patient's discharge instructions?

A) Report any fever to the health care provider.
B) Report any purulent drainage to the health care provider.
C) Use only sterile dressings on the fingers.
D) Cleanse the areas every hour with alcohol to prevent infection.
E) Apply a topical antimicrobial agent as instructed.