When greeting a newly admitted pediatric patient and family, the nurse should:
a. Stand erect in a confident manner
b. Show warmth and friendliness to the child and family
c. Be polite and formal to show respect
d. Hurry through the interview to lessen the stress on the child
B
The nurse will greet the child at eye level. Towering over the child is frightening. The nurse should be warm and friendly. The nurse should be calm and unhurried when talking with the child and family.
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