When obtaining baseline data on a child, it is important for the nurse to:
a. secure the child's medication history from a caregiver.
b. ask the child about how the youngster interacts with other children.
c. determine the experience the child has had with taking medications.
d. obtain a personal and family history of allergy.
ANS: A, C, D
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Correct a, c, and d are important sources of baseline data.
Incorrect b does not impact on the child's medication experience.
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