Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
Nurse caring for 5 yo whose parents report she fears painful procedures, like shots. Which strategies should nurse use to try to help ease child's fear? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
A,D,E
Rationale
Correct Answer: A, D, E
Rationale:
A: Inviting the child to assist with mealtime activities can help build trust and rapport, making the child more comfortable with the nurse.
D: Having parents bring in the child's favorite toy from home can provide comfort and distraction during procedures.
E: Engaging the child in pretend play with a toy medical kit can help familiarize the child with medical procedures in a non-threatening way.
Summary:
B: Clustering invasive procedures may not directly address the child's fear and can still be overwhelming.
C: Assigning caregivers familiar to the child may help in general care but may not directly address the fear of painful procedures.
F, G: No additional answer choices provided.
Rationale:
A: Inviting the child to assist with mealtime activities can help build trust and rapport, making the child more comfortable with the nurse.
D: Having parents bring in the child's favorite toy from home can provide comfort and distraction during procedures.
E: Engaging the child in pretend play with a toy medical kit can help familiarize the child with medical procedures in a non-threatening way.
Summary:
B: Clustering invasive procedures may not directly address the child's fear and can still be overwhelming.
C: Assigning caregivers familiar to the child may help in general care but may not directly address the fear of painful procedures.
F, G: No additional answer choices provided.