A preschool-age child has moderate dehydration and needs a rapid bolus of fluids. To provide atraumatic care and administer fluids most effectively, what action will the nurse take?

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Using a lidocaine preparation prior to insertion of the IV needle can help to reduce the pain and discomfort the child may experience during the procedure. This can provide atraumatic care and help the child feel more comfortable and relaxed during administration of the fluids. Options A, B, and C do not provide atraumatic care and can actually cause more trauma and distress for the child. Waiting until the child is sleeping is not a safe or appropriate option, asking parents to restrain the child can be traumatic and can undermine the parent-child relationship, and nasogastric fluids may not be appropriate for all types of dehydration and can also be traumatic for some children.

A Preschool-Age Child Has Moderate Dehydration and Needs a Rapid