A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child who is resistant to taking medication. Which of the following strategies should the nurse use to elicit the child's cooperation?

The correct answer is A: Offer the child a choice of taking the medication with juice or water. This strategy empowers the child by giving them a sense of control and involvement in the decision-making process. Offering choices helps reduce resistance and increases cooperation. B is incorrect as threatening with a shot creates fear and coercion. C may not address the underlying issue of resistance. D is deceptive and can lead to mistrust. E, F, and G are not provided as options.