A venipuncture will be performed on a 7-year-old girl. She wants her mother to hold her during the procedure. What information should the nurse include in her response to the child?

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The mother's preference for assisting, observing, or waiting outside the room should be assessed along with the child's preference for parental presence. The child's choice should be respected. This will most likely help the child through the procedure. If the mother and child agree, then the mother is welcome to stay. Her familiarity with the procedure should be assessed and potential safety risks identified (mother may sit in chair). Hospital policies should be reviewed to ensure that they incorporate family-centered care. The child should determine whether parental support is necessary.

A Venipuncture Will Be Performed on a 7-Year-Old Girl