A 6-year-old postoperative patient IV has infiltrated, and has to be restarted immediately for medication. There is no time for placing local anaesthetic cream on the skin
What other complementary therapies would be most helpful when placing this IV? 1. Moderate sedation
2. Restraints
3. Distraction
4. Anesthesia
3
Rationale:
1. Moderate sedation has its own side effects and possible complications, and should not be used for quick procedures.
2. Restraints are used only as a last resort, and are not appropriate for an IV start.
3. Complementary therapies—especially guided imagery, relaxation techniques, and distraction—can reduce the anxiety associated with the anticipation of the procedure.
4. Drugs may not be used for quick procedures, such as a dressing change, or an unexpected intravenous insertion, injection, or venipuncture.
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