The nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular injection to a toddler-age client. Which is the most appropriate statement by the nurse prior to this procedure?
1. "It is all right to cry. After we are done, you can go to the box and pick out your favorite sticker."
2. "We will give you your shot when your mommy comes back."
3. "I will wipe your skin with a magic wipe and then hold the needle like this and say ‘one, two, three, go' and give you your shot. Are you ready?"
4. "This is a magic sword that will give you your medicine and make you all better."
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Explanation:
1. The most appropriate response would be to acknowledge the child's feelings and allow the child to pick out a sticker at the conclusion of the injection.
2. Waiting for the mother to come back would be inappropriate because toddlers do not have an understanding of time.
3. Giving elaborate descriptions and using colorful language are inappropriate because the instructions are unclear and lengthy.
4. The nurse should not make statements that are not true and might confuse the child.
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