A school-age child had an upper respiratory tract infection for several days and then began having a persistent dry,hacking cough that was worse at night.The cough has become productive in the past 24 hours.What home care measure does the nurse educate parents about?
A) Taking the full course of antibiotics
B) Providing humidity and increased fluids
C) Treating any fever with aspirin
D) Isolation from family until symptoms resolve

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This child has bronchitis which is a viral illness treated symptomatically.Humidity and increased fluids provide comfort,ease symptoms,and prevent dehydration.Antibiotics are not used unless an overlying infection occurs as well.Aspirin is not given to children due to the association with Reye syndrome.The child does not need to be isolated.

A School-Age Child Had an Upper Respiratory Tract Infection for Several