When meeting a toddler for the first time, the nurse initiates contact by
a. Calling the toddler by name and picking the toddler up
b. Asking the toddler for her first name
c. Kneeling in front of the toddler and speaking softly to the child
d. Telling the toddler that you are her nurse
C
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A Picking a toddler up at an initial meeting is a threatening action and will more
likely result in a negative response from the child.
B Toddlers are unlikely to respond to direct questions at a first meeting.
C More positive interactions occur when the toddler perceives the meeting in a
nonthreatening way. Placing yourself at the toddler's level and speaking softly
can be less threatening for the child.
D Telling the toddler you are the nurse is not likely to facilitate or encourage
cooperation. The toddler perceives you as a stranger and will find the action
threatening.
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