The Nurse Is Caring for a Child Who Is in a Sickle

question 12

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a child who is in a sickle cell crisis and has severe pain. Which nursing intervention is the most appropriate for this child?

• A) Giving comfort measures, such as back rubs
• B) Suggesting diversional activities, such as coloring
• C) Administering pain medication
• D) Preparing the child for painful procedures

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Definitions:

Artificial Sweetener

Substances used to sweeten foods and beverages that contain little to no calories, used as an alternative to sugar for weight control or diabetes management.

Fetus

a developing mammal or human from the end of the embryonic stage until birth.

Habituation

A psychological learning process wherein there is a decrease in response to a stimulus after being repeatedly exposed to it.

Placenta

An organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy, providing oxygen and nutrients to the growing fetus while removing waste products.