During a pediatric nursing orientation session to a new unit,the child-life specialist is introduced as an important member of the heath-care team.What is an important role of the child-life specialist?
A) Accompany children on their way to procedures
B) Assist with family counseling regarding hospitalization
C) Describe normal growth and development to families
D) Provide opportunities for therapeutic play

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Whenever a child has a chronic condition,it is important to involve the child-life specialist.Because the child with a chronic condition often spends significant amounts of time in the hospital,the days can be long and boring.The child-life specialist is an expert in child development and therapeutic play and can assist in diversion activities during procedures,arrange for therapeutic play,or simply let the child take time to play.

During a Pediatric Nursing Orientation Session to a New Unit,the