Which of the following actions on the part of the nurse would best facilitate positive responses then talking with a hospitalized child?
a. using terms of endearment such as "honey" or "sugar"
b. promising a special treat such as ice cream or a ride in the wheelchair
c. getting positioned at eye level and having eye contact with the child
d. having the child hold some piece of hospital or personal equipment
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A Incorrect. Using terms of endearment such as "honey" or "sugar" will not best facilitate positive responses then talking with a hospitalized child.
B Incorrect. Promising a special treat such as ice cream or a ride in the wheelchair will not best facilitate positive responses then talking with a hospitalized child.
C Correct. Being at eye level and having eye contact while talking to children facilitates positive responses.
D Incorrect. Having the child hold some piece of hospital or personal equipment will not best facilitate positive responses then talking with a hospitalized child.
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