A child is admitted to the hospital unit with a diagnosis of Kawasaki disease. The physician writes the following orders. Which order would the nurse question?
A)Contact isolation
B)Oral aspirin (dose appropriate for weight) every eight hours
C)Echocardiogram
D)Vital signs every four hours

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Kawasaki disease is not contagious, so contact isolation is unnecessary. Kawasaki disease treatment includes aspirin for its anti-inflammatory effects and an echocardiogram to monitor for heart complications. Regular monitoring of vital signs is also important for assessing the child's condition.

A Child Is Admitted to the Hospital Unit with a Diagnosis