A 4-year-old begins to cry when his mother tells him it is time for his operation. The nurse understands this is an expected reaction. On which particular fear of the preschooler does the nurse base this understanding?
a. Loss of control
b. Restricted mobility
c. Unfamiliar routines
d. Invasive procedures
ANS: D
The preschool-age child is afraid of bodily harm, particularly invasive procedures.
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