A 5-year-old child has bilateral eye patches in place after surgery yesterday morning. Today he can be out of bed. What nursing intervention is most important at this time?
a. Speak to him when entering the room.
b. Allow him to assist in feeding himself.
c. Orient him to his immediate surroundings.
d. Reassure him and allow his parents to stay with him.
c. Orient him to his immediate surroundings
Safety is the priority concern. Because he can now be out of bed, it is imperative that he knows about his physical surroundings. Speaking to the child is a component of nursing care that is expected with all clients unless contraindicated. Unless additional impairments are present, his meal tray should be set up, and he should be able to feed himself. Reassuring him and allowing his parents to stay with him are essential parts of nursing care for all children.
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