What is an important consideration for the nurse who is communicating with a very young child?
A) Speak loudly, clearly, and directly.
B) Use transition objects such as a doll.
C) Disguise own feelings, attitudes, and anxiety.
D) Initiate contact with the child when the parent is not present.

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Using a transition object allows the young child an opportunity to evaluate an unfamiliar person (the nurse).This facilitates communication with this age child.Speaking loudly,clearly,and directly tends to increase anxiety in very young children.The nurse must be honest with the child.Attempts at deception lead to a lack of trust.Whenever possible,the parent should be present for interactions with young children.

What Is an Important Consideration for the Nurse Who Is