When giving the school-aged child an intramuscular injection, the nurse knows that it is most important to:
a. kiss the area of the hurt c. say you are sorry for any hurt
b. apply a self-adhesive bandage d. give the child a hug
B
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A Incorrect: When giving the school-aged child an intramuscular injection, the nurse knows that it is not most important to kiss the area of the hurt.
B Correct: When giving the school-aged child an intramuscular injection, the nurse knows that it is most important to apply a self-adhesive bandage to cover the opening so the child does not fear that their insides will be leaking out.
C Incorrect: When giving the school-aged child an intramuscular injection, the nurse knows that it is not most important to say you are sorry for any hurt.
D Incorrect: When giving the school-aged child an intramuscular injection, the nurse knows that it is not most important to give the child a hug.
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