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NCLEX-RN · Question #536
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Question
A normal 3-year-old child is suspected of having meningitis. The doctor has ordered a lumbar puncture. In light of this procedure and developmental characteristics of this age group, which nursing measure is most appropriate?
Options
- AEmphasize those aspects of the procedure that require cooperation.
- BTell the child not to cry or yell.
- CTell the child that he will get a "stick" in his back.
- DUse medical terminology when explaining the procedure to the client.
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