A nurse is caring for a child who has suspected appendicitis. Which of the following provider prescriptions should the nurse clarify?

A. Administer sodium biphosphate/sodium phosphate: These are laxatives used for bowel cleansing, which are contraindicated in suspected appendicitis due to risk of perforation and peritonitis. B. Monitor oral temperature every 4 hr: Monitoring temperature helps detect infection or worsening condition. C. Maintain NPO status: NPO status is important to prevent complications in case the child requires surgery. D. Medicate the client for pain every 4 hr as needed: Pain control is important, and withholding analgesics is no longer standard practice as it does not mask diagnostic findings significantly.