A preschool-age child is being admitted to the hospital for treatment of cellulitis. The child's parents appear upset and frightened. Which question should the nurse use to elicit information concerning the parents' understanding of why the child is being admitted to the hospital?

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When admitting a child to the hospital, the nurse should determine what the parents' understanding is of why the child is being admitted. This could be best assessed by asking if the parents have any questions about the child's admission. The nurse may or may not be able to tell the parents everything they need to know. Minimizing the parent's concerns is an inappropriate response. The parent's understanding of why the child is in the hospital may be different than what the physician may have said or believes.

A Preschool-Age Child Is Being Admitted to the Hospital for Treatment