146. A 5-year-old child with a new diagnosis of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is about to undergo a lumbar puncture for CSF analysis and intrathecal chemotherapy. What critical situational nursing intervention is paramount?
A.
Explaining the procedure in complex medical terms.
B.
Providing age-appropriate explanation, therapeutic play, and adequate pain/sedation management.
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C.
Restraining the child without explanation.
D.
Performing the procedure in a noisy environment.
📖 Additional Information
Explaining the procedure in complex medical terms.
Providing age-appropriate explanation, therapeutic play, and adequate pain/sedation management.
