The nurse is providing care to a school-age client who is admitted to the hospital after a motor vehicle accident. Which interventions are appropriate to prepare this client and family for their hospital stay?
1. A hospital tour
2. A health fair brochure
3. An orientation to the unit
4. An age-appropriate explanation of procedures
5. A child life program consultation
Correct Answer: 3,4,5
Rationale: Interventions that are appropriate for this client and family are those that occur as the result of an unplanned hospital admission. The nurse would orient the client and family to the unit and provide age-appropriate explanation for all procedures. It is also appropriate for the nurse to consult with the child life program. A hospital tour and a health fair brochure are appropriate interventions for a planned hospitalization.
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