A Child Is in the Clinic for Evaluation of an Asthma

question 3

Multiple Choice

A child is in the clinic for evaluation of an asthma action plan. The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP) notes that the child's last visit was for a pre-kindergarten physical and observes that the child is extremely anxious. What will the nurse practitioner do initially?

• A) Ask the child's parent why the child is so anxious.
• B) Perform a physical assessment to rule out shortness of breath.
• C) Reassure the child that there is nothing to be afraid of.
• D) Review the purpose of this visit and any anticipated procedures.

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