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evelyn o bentley · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

Which of the strategies can a perioperative nurse use to make a child feel less anxious prior to a surgical procedure? (Select all that apply.)

1. Take the client on a tour of the operating room.
2. Allow the client to bring a toy or stuffed animal.
3. Allow the parents to stay with the child as much as possible.
4. Have the chaplain say a prayer with the child.
5. Use age-appropriate explanations.
6. Respond to questions in a straightforward manner.

Question 2

The nurse would be concerned that a client is at risk for developing chronic pain when which of the following health problems are diagnosed? (Select all that apply.)

1. Osteoarthritis
2. Osteoporosis
3. Heart disease
4. Diabetes mellitus
5. Chronic pulmonary disease
6. Anemia

katieost · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1, 2, 3, 5, 6
Strategies to help a preoperative pediatric client feel less anxious prior to a surgical procedure include taking the client on a tour of the operating room, allowing the client to bring a toy or stuffed animal, allowing the parents to stay with the client as much as possible, using age-appropriate explanations, and responding to questions in a straightforward manner. Having a chaplain say a prayer with the child is good, but it may not be age appropriate.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 5
Common health problems associated with chronic pain include osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and chronic pulmonary disease. Heart disease, diabetes mellitus, and anemia are not associated with chronic pain.