Maternal and Child Care: Isabelle, age 7, has been complaining of headache, coughing, and an aching chest. The
care provider makes a diagnosis of a viral infection. The child's mother tells the nurse
that when Isabelle first said she had a headache, the child's father gave her half of an
adult aspirin. The mother has heard of Reye syndrome and asks the nurse if her child
could get this. Which statement would be best for the nurse to say to this mother?

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Isabelle, age 7, has been complaining of headache, coughing, and an aching chest. The
care provider makes a diagnosis of a viral infection. The child's mother tells the nurse 
that when Isabelle first said she had a headache, the child's father gave her half of an 
adult aspirin. The mother has heard of Reye syndrome and asks the nurse if her child 
could get this. Which statement would be best for the nurse to say to this mother?

James Marion Endrina Entice · Accepted Answer

“This might or might not be a problem. Watch Isabelle for signs of lethargy, 
unusual irritability, confusion, or vomiting. If you notice any of these, bring her to 
the emergency room immediately so she can be checked for Reye syndrome.”

Maternal and Child Care

“This might or might not be a problem. Watch Isabelle for signs of lethargy, unusual irritability, confusion, or vomiting. If you notice any of these, bring her to the emergency room immediately so she can be checked for Reye syndrome.”

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