A 2-Year-Old Child Is Being Admitted to the Hospital for Possible

question 2

Multiple Choice

A 2-year-old child is being admitted to the hospital for possible bacterial meningitis.When preparing for a lumbar puncture,the nurse's best action is to:

• A)prepare child for conscious sedation during the test.
• B)set up a tray with equipment the same size as for adults.
• C)reassure the parents that the test is simple, painless, and risk free.
• D)apply EMLA to puncture site 15 minutes before procedure.

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