The nurse is discussing a pending hospitalization of an 8-month-old infant with the parents. What should the nurse encourage the parents to do when preparing the child for this hospitalization?
A) Pack her favorite toy.
B) Buy a new pair of soft pajamas.
C) Read her a story on hospitalization.
D) Let her watch her suitcase being packed.
A
Feedback:
Because an infant cannot understand explanations of surgery or treatments, oral preparation is minimal. Remind parents to pack special items such as a favorite toy because this object provides a special kind of security for which there is no substitute. The infant is not old enough to appreciate a new pair of pajamas. Reading a story will have no meaning to the child. The child will not understand a suitcase being packed.
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