A nurse is caring for a 7-year-old child who was admitted following a tonsillectomy. During discharge teaching, the parent asks when the child can return to school and resume normal activity. The child is alert, tolerating soft foods, and has had no bleeding since the procedure 24 hours ago. Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate regarding anticipatory guidance for post-tonsillectomy recovery?
- "Your child should avoid all oral fluids for the first 48 hours to protect the surgical site."
- "Your child can return to school tomorrow as long as they are eating and drinking well."
- "Bleeding at the surgical site is expected for up to 5 days and does not require medical evaluation."
- "You should keep your child home from school and avoid strenuous activity for 1 to 2 weeks."