Describe an appropriate reaction to a 7-year-old child who kicks and bites when you attempt to give an injection


Accept that the child's behavior comes from fear and/or a desire to avoid pain. Calmly set limits by saying, "We do not kick and bite here.". Explain what you are doing and why. For example, "We need to make sure you hold still while I give you this shot. It will help you feel better.". Even if restraints are used, help the child understand why they are being used.

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The muscles that produce phonation can also adduct the glottis and the false cords to provide an impenetrable barrier to foreign material.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The first character of ICD-10-PCS codes identifies which of the following?

A. procedure section B. objective of the procedure C. body system D. body part

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Granulocytes have granules in their cytoplasm and include neutrophils, ________, and basophils. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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