A 15-month-old child with a high fever and barking cough is admitted to the pediatric unit. The toddler has blue and white string bracelets on each hand. What is the initial action the nurse should take? Select all that apply.
A. Remove the bracelets so the identification band can be placed.
B. Place the identification band on the toddler's leg.
C. Obtain a complete health history from the parent.
D. Ask the purpose of the blue and white string bracelets.