The Nurse Is Teaching Strategies to Prevent Insect Bites and Stings

Multiple Choice

The nurse is teaching strategies to prevent insect bites and stings to the parents of a small child. Which statement made by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?

A) "If my child wears bright colors and floral prints when outdoors, she will blend in with the surroundings, and the stinging insects will not sting her."
B) "We should remove any items with standing water from our yard and surrounding area to prevent mosquito reproduction."
C) "My child can use insect repellent containing DEET of 10% or less."
D) "My child should avoid heavy colognes, perfumes, and soaps so that insects are not attracted to them."