A nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions with a parent of a 6-year-old child who has just had a tonsillectomy. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of postoperative care?

"It's okay for my child to have plenty of ice cream."

"I'll help my child gargle with salt water a few times a day."

"It's okay for my child to ride his bike in a few days."

"I'll call the doctor if my child is swallowing continuously."