The nurse is working with a hospitalized preschool-age child. The nurse is planning activities to reduce anxiety in this child. Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?

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Providing the child with a doll and safe medical equipment can help them understand what is happening in a non-threatening way. This can reduce anxiety by allowing the child to play and become familiar with things they may experience while in the hospital. Reading a story and talking about the hospitalization may not be enough to reduce anxiety in a preschool-age child. Using an anatomically correct doll may be too advanced for their developmental level and may cause more confusion or anxiety.

The Nurse Is Working with a Hospitalized Preschool-Age Child