The nurse is working with a hospitalized preschool-age child.The nurse is planning activities to reduce anxiety in this child.Which is the most appropriate action by the nurse?

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Providing the child with a doll and safe medical equipment can help the child familiarize themselves with medical procedures and alleviate anxiety by allowing them to play out and gain a sense of control over these experiences. Reading a story or using an anatomically correct doll may not be as effective in reducing anxiety in a preschool-age child. Talking to the child about the hospitalization may also increase their anxiety.

The Nurse Is Working with a Hospitalized Preschool-Age Child