A 6-Year-Old Child Becomes Upset After Learning That a Blood

question 27

Multiple Choice

A 6-year-old child becomes upset after learning that a blood sample is needed.The child's mother scolds the child and tells him to "act your age." How should the nurse proceed?

• A) Request that the mother leave the room immediately.
• B) Request the help of a coworker to hold the child down.
• C) Inform the child that "this won't hurt a bit."
• D) Calmly approach the child and tell him what is going to happen.

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Definitions:

Mastery Goals

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