A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the guardians of an infant who is being discharged after surgical repair of a cleft palate. Which of the following educational topics should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?

A. They prevent the infant from bending their elbows to put their fingers, hands, or toys into their mouth. Protecting the surgical site from accidental trauma is the highest priority during the initial healing phase (usually for about 4 to 6 weeks). Guardians should be taught to remove these one at a time periodically to check skin integrity and provide range-of-motion exercises. B. Apply antibiotic ointment to the suture line for 3 days postoperatively: Applying antibiotic ointment to the suture line helps prevent infection and promotes healing. It’s essential to follow the postoperative care instructions to ensure the best outcomes for the infant. C. Encourage use of straws when drinking fluids: Using straws can create negative pressure in the oral cavity, which may put stress on the suture line and compromise wound healing. The suction force generated during straw use can potentially disrupt the surgical site. D. Avoid disturbing any crusts that form on the suture line: This is generally good advice to promote healing and prevent infection.