The nurse is preparing a school-age child for computed tomography (CT scan)to assess cerebral function.Which statement should the nurse include when preparing the child?
A) "Pain medication will be given."
B) "The scan will not hurt."
C) "You will be able to move once the equipment is in place."
D) "Unfortunately no one can remain in the room with you during the test."

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For CT scAnswer,the child must be immobilized.It is important to emphasize to the child that at no time is the procedure painful.Pain medication is not required; however,sedation is sometimes necessary.The child will not be allowed to move and will be immobilized.Someone is able to remain with the child during the procedure.

The Nurse Is Preparing a School-Age Child for Computed Tomography