In order to prepare a six-year-old client for an intravenous catheter insertion, the nurse's best response would be:
A)"If I were you, I would hold very still so that it will only take one stick."
B)"It is okay to cry.I know that this hurts."
C)"Why are you crying? I thought that you were a tough kid."
D)"Don't worry a bit; this is just like a little mosquito bite."

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Empathizing with the child by acknowledging their feelings and reassuring them that it's okay to express discomfort or fear is a supportive and effective approach. It helps in validating the child's feelings and making them feel understood and supported during a potentially scary procedure.

In Order to Prepare a Six-Year-Old Client for an Intravenous