53. A 3-year-old child is in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) after surgery. The child is restless, crying, and grimacing. What clinical nursing priority is critical in this situational assessment?
A.
Providing a favorite toy.
B.
Assessing for and managing pain using an age-appropriate pain scale.
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C.
Asking the child to talk.
D.
Offering a snack.
📖 Additional Information
Providing a favorite toy.
Assessing for and managing pain using an age-appropriate pain scale.
