A nurse is caring for a child who has impetigo contagiosa that developed in the hospital. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

The correct answer is Choice B.Choice A rationaleAmphotericin B is an antifungal medication and is not used to treat impetigo, which is a bacterial infection.Choice B rationaleInitiating contact isolation precautions is appropriate for impetigo contagiosa to prevent the spread of the highly contagious bacterial infection.Choice C rationaleLidocaine ointment is used for pain relief and is not a treatment for impetigo.Choice D rationaleImpetigo is not a reportable disease to the state health department.