ATI Pediatrics 2023 Proctored exam
The nurse is preparing to administer an immunization to a four-year-old child. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? A- Place the child in a prone position for the immunization B- request that the child's caregiver leave the room during the immunization C- administer the immunization using a 24-gauge needle D- inject the immunization slowly after aspirating for 3 seconds Answer - c The nurse should administer an immunization for a 4-year-old child using a 24- gauge needle to minimize the amount of pain experienced by the toddler. A- The nurse should place the child in an upright sitting position for the immunization because this decreases the child's fear and anxiety. B- The nurse should allow the caregiver to stay near the child during the immunization to provide a sense of security and reduce the child's anxiety level.D- The nurse should inject the immunization rapidly and avoid aspiration. These actions decrease the risk of needle displacement and lower the child's fear and anxiety level by decreasing the amount of time it takes to administer the immunization
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