What is the best suggestion by the nurse when parents ask, "When is the best time to begin to prepare a 5-year-old for surgery and hospitalization?"
a. "As soon as the surgery is scheduled"
b. "About 2 weeks before surgery"
c. "About 4 days before surgery"
d. "On the night before admission to the hospital"
ANS: C
Parents should prepare children for procedures and hospitalization a few days in advance.
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