What is the best action for the nurse to take when a 5-year-old child who requires another 2 days of intravenous (IV)antibiotics cries,screams,and resists having the IV restarted?

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Giving the preschooler some choice and control,while maintaining boundaries of treatment,supports the child's coping skills.Leaving the child alone robs the child of support when a coping difficulty exists.Crying is a normal response to stress.The child needs time to adjust and support to cope with unfamiliar and painful procedures during hospitalization.Although administration of a topical analgesic is indicated before restarting the child's IV,a narcotic analgesic is not indicated.

What Is the Best Action for the Nurse to Take