A nurse on a pediatric unit is caring for four children. The nurse should use droplet precautions for which of the following children?

The correct answer is Choice C. Choice A rationale Viral conjunctivitis does not require droplet precautions as it is primarily spread through direct contact with eye secretions. Choice B rationale Pediculosis capitis (head lice) does not require droplet precautions as it is spread through direct contact with infested hair or personal items. Choice C rationale Seasonal influenza requires droplet precautions as it is spread through respiratory droplets when the infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. Choice D rationale Hepatitis A does not require droplet precautions as it is primarily spread through the fecal-oral route. .