A 6-year-old postoperative client's IV infiltrates and has to be restarted immediately for medication. There is no time for placing local anesthetic cream on the skin. Which complementary therapy would be helpful when placing this IV?
1. Restraints
2. Moderate sedation
3. Anesthesia
4. Distraction
4
Explanation:
1. Restraints are used only as a last resort and are not appropriate for an IV start.
2. Moderate sedation has its own side effects and possible complications and should not be used for quick procedures.
3. Drugs may not be used for quick procedures, such as a dressing change or an unexpected intravenous insertion, injection, or venipuncture.
4. Complementary therapies—especially guided imagery, relaxation techniques, and distraction—can reduce the anxiety associated with the anticipation of the procedure.
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