A 4-Year-Old Asks Tearfully If the IM Injection Will Hurt

question 7

Multiple Choice

A 4-year-old asks tearfully if the IM injection will hurt.What is the nurse's most effective response?

• A) "No. It is over before you know it."
• B) "Yes. It will sting a little."
• C) "No. Would you like to see the syringe?"
• D) "Yes. Your mom and I are going to hold you to help you be still."

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