A nurse is providing discharge teaching for the guardian of a school-age child following a cardiac catheterization. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

A) “You should give your child a clear liquid diet for 24 hr.”: A clear liquid diet is not typically required following a cardiac catheterization. The child can usually resume a regular diet unless otherwise instructed by the healthcare provider. B) “Your child can take a tub bath this evening.”: Tub baths should be avoided immediately after a cardiac catheterization to prevent infection at the catheter insertion site. Sponge baths are usually recommended until the site has healed. C) “Your child should stay out of school for 7 days following the procedure.”: While some rest is necessary, staying out of school for 7 days is generally not required. The child can usually return to school within a few days, depending on their recovery and the healthcare provider’s advice. D) “You should remove your child’s pressure dressing tomorrow.”: Removing the pressure dressing the day after the procedure is a common instruction. It allows the site to be inspected for any signs of infection or complications and ensures proper healing.