A nurse is planning to admit a preschooler from a PACU following removal of a Wilms' tumor. Which of the following children should the nurse identify as an appropriate roommate for the preschooler?

A. A child who has cellulitis of the right radius: Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that can be contagious, particularly if open lesions are present. Rooming the preschooler with this child increases the risk of infection. B. A child who has viral pneumonia: Viral pneumonia is highly contagious through respiratory droplets. Placing the postoperative preschooler with this child could expose them to infection, which may compromise recovery and immune function following surgery. C. A child who has impetigo: Impetigo is a contagious bacterial skin infection. Postoperative children, particularly those recovering from major surgery, are at higher risk for complications from infections, making this roommate inappropriate. D. A child who has a fractured left femur: A child with a non-infectious condition such as a fracture poses no risk of transmitting infection. Rooming the preschooler with this child supports a safe postoperative environment and minimizes the risk of complications related to infection.