The environment of the pediatric unit most needs to:
a. be conducive to feelings of safety and security
b. reflect the latest technology and up-to-date care
c. reflect a warm working relationship among the staff
d. be aesthetically pleasing to children and families
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A Correct. As a place of healing, the environment of the pediatric unit should be conducive to feelings of safety and security.
B Incorrect. The latest technology and up-to-date care are not as important as an environment conducive to feelings of safety and security.
C Incorrect. The environment of the pediatric unit needs to reflect a warm working relationship among the staff, but this is at best secondary, as it contributes to an environment conducive to feelings of safety and security.
D Incorrect. The environment of the pediatric unit may need to be aesthetically pleasing to children and families, but most important is an environment conducive to feelings of safety and security.
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