Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 92%
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The nurse is reviewing the plan of care for a 4-year-old client who will receive daily dressing changes for an infected leg wound. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care for a preschool-age child? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,B,C,D
Rationale
Parental presence provides comfort, clarifying that procedures are not punishment reduces fear, encouraging questions fosters understanding, and bandaging a doll makes the process relatable. Introducing the child to others with the same condition may breach privacy or cause distress.