171. A 7-year-old child with a new diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus is afraid of needles. What technical nursing intervention is critical for overcoming needle phobia?
A.
Forcing injections.
B.
Using pain-reducing strategies (e.g., topical anesthetics, distraction), allowing the child to participate in the process, and using positive reinforcement.
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C.
Punishing for fear.
D.
Ignoring the fear.
📖 Additional Information
Forcing injections.
Using pain-reducing strategies (e.g., topical anesthetics, distraction), allowing the child to participate in the process, and using positive reinforcement.
