A Toddler Is to Receive an Intramuscular Injection

question 29

Multiple Choice

A toddler is to receive an intramuscular injection.What action can the nurse take to make the injection less traumatic?

• A) Have the parents hold the toddler down during the injection.
• B) Collaborate with the health care provider about what to do.
• C) Encourage the toddler to move the leg after the injection.
• D) Obtain an order for EMLA cream or vapo-coolant spray.

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