Complementary activities that may reduce stress for the child and parents in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit include: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Prayer.
2. Maintaining silence in the PICU.
3. Maintaining a sterile-appearing hospital room.
4. Music playing softly.
5. Encouraging the parents to read age-appropriate books to the child.
1,4,5
Rationale 1: For the family with religious beliefs, prayer can provide comfort and support.
Rationale 2: Absolute silence may make the child feel abandoned and is not a comfort.
Rationale 3: The physical appearance of the PICU can be threatening. A colorful, home-like appearance will decrease stress.
Rationale 4: Music has been shown to reduce stress and slow heart and respiratory rates.
Rationale 5: The child will be comforted by hearing the parent's voice. The parents will be comforted because they will feel they are doing something to benefit their child.
Global Rationale:
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