In what way can the surgical technologist who is setting up his or her back table and Mayo stand reduce an 18-month-old patient's anxiety prior to induction of anesthesia?
A) Wave to and joke with patient, while maintaining distance from unsterile areas.
B) Break scrub and hold patient down on bed during IV placement.
C) Leave room when patient enters to reduce number of persons in room, returning after anesthesia induction.
D) Perform normal duties of preparation of the sterile field, keeping as quiet as possible for induction.

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The best option for reducing an 18-month-old patient's anxiety prior to induction of anesthesia is to perform normal duties of preparation of the sterile field, keeping as quiet as possible for induction. This minimizes any distractions or additional stimuli that may cause the patient anxiety. Options A and B involve interacting with the patient, which may increase anxiety, while option C involves leaving the patient alone, which may also cause anxiety.

In What Way Can the Surgical Technologist Who Is Setting