You are caring for a 6-month-old male patient who is fussy and crying, and who has a fever. Which action would be most appropriate?
A) Talk to the parents rather than the baby, since a stranger's voice is upsetting
B) Wait for the baby to stop crying so that you can properly assess him
C) Keep the parents calm even though you are actually caring for the baby
D) Distract the baby with a small toy or ball so that you can assess him
C) Keep the parents calm even though you are actually caring for the baby
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