A child with thrush has been prescribed fluconazole (Diflucan). The child’s mother asks what this medication is used for, and the nurse correctly replies

“This is an antiviral medication used to treat your child’s viral infection.” “This medication is used to treat yeast infections.” “This medication is an analgesic that will ease your child’s pain while eating.” “This is an antibiotic for your child’s bacterial infection.”

A 14-year-old boy comes in for a yearly exam and confides in the nurse that he feels embarrassed he is shorter than most of the girls in his class. He asks if he will catch up in height. The best therapeutic response from the nurse is

“There is no reason to be embarrassed. Everyone feels awkward at this age, not just you.” “Puberty is a difficult time, but everyone grows at a different rate. In a few years, you will likely be taller than many of the girls.” “So you feel embarrassed just because you are short? You shouldn’t care about…