The nurse is working with an adolescent client who will be admitted to the hospital in two days. Which nursing approach is most appropriate to prepare this client for hospitalization?
1. Have teens who have had similar experiences talk to the adolescent about hospitalization.
2. Provide an opportunity for the child to talk with an adult who has had a similar experience.
3. Teach parents what to expect so the information can be shared with the adolescent.
4. Provide an opportunity for the teen to try on surgical attire.
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: Adolescents benefit from a different approach than younger children when being prepared for hospitalization. Written materials, anatomically correct dolls, and talking to peers who have had similar experiences are all appropriate for the adolescent. The adolescent should be taught first-hand what to expect during the hospitalization. Dressing up in surgical attire is appropriate for the younger child.
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