The Nurse Is Caring for a Critically Ill Child

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a critically ill child.While the nurse is preparing to administer a treatment to the child,the child's mother becomes distraught and begins to cry loudly while stroking the child's face.What is the nurse's best response to this occurrence?

• A)Tell the mother that she needs to control herself for the benefit of her child.
• B)Distract the mother by having her straighten the linens on the bed.
• C)Explain the procedure that will occur with the treatment.
• D)Take the mother out of the room and comfort her.

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