Following a tornado destroying the family home and injuring all family members, the four-year-old child is admitted to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. All other family members are hospitalized at a different hospital. The nursing staff can provide the four-year-old with a sense of security by:

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Keeping the child's security blanket with them at all times will provide them with a familiar and comforting object that can help reduce anxiety and increase feelings of security during a difficult time. New toys may not provide the same level of comfort and familiarity, and explaining the absence of the child's parents may increase feelings of abandonment and further distress. A hospital volunteer may be helpful, but keeping the security blanket with the child should be the priority.

Following a Tornado Destroying the Family Home and Injuring All