An 18-Month-Old Toddler Scheduled for Routine Vaccinations Begins to Cry

question 9

Multiple Choice

An 18-month-old toddler scheduled for routine vaccinations begins to cry when placed on the examination table. The parent attempts to comfort the toddler, but nothing is effective. Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?

• A)Allow the toddler to sit on the parent's lap and begin the assessment.
• B)Allow the toddler to stand on the floor until the crying stops.
• C)Ask another nurse in the office to hold the toddler because the parent is not able to control the toddler's behavior.
• D)Instruct the parent to hold the toddler down tightly to complete the examination.

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Definitions:

Cell Differentiation

The process by which a less specialized cell becomes a more specialized cell type.

Cell Maturation

The process through which cells undergo development to achieve their final differentiated state, often involving growth, specialization, and functional enhancement.

Cell Migration

The movement of cells from one area to another, often guided by chemical signals, crucial in development, healing, and immune response.

Neuronal Maturation

The process by which neurons develop, mature, and acquire the ability to communicate through synapses.