Which is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take when telling a preschool child about an upcoming procedure?
a. Explain all the information in detail to the child.
b. Speak loudly and clearly to the child.
c. Inform the parents of the procedure and ask them to tell the child.
d. Use symbolic play to explain the procedure.
D
Symbolic play is important for emotional development because it allows the child to work through distressing feelings and can be therapeutic. It is inappropriate to give a preschooler all the information in detail. The child needs to understand what is going to happen to him without explicit details of the procedure. Speaking in clear sentences with simple words is important, but the conversation should be conducted at a nonthreatening normal sound level. The nurse has the most knowledge and best ability for explaining the procedure to the child; however, the parents can be an important resource when explaining the procedure.
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