The nurse is caring for a 7-year-old child who fell off an ATV sustaining a flesh wound. The child is awaiting wound debridement. What nursing action best demonstrates the concept of atraumatic care?

A. Children with Reye syndrome are admitted to the hospital:

This statement is accurate. Children with Reye syndrome often require hospital admission for monitoring and supportive care. Therefore, it does not indicate a need for further education.

B. I will have my children immunized against varicella and influenza:

This statement is also accurate. Vaccination against varicella (chickenpox) and influenza is recommended to prevent these illnesses. It does not indicate a need for further education.

C. I will give aspirin to my child to treat a headache:

This statement is concerning because giving aspirin to a child with Reye syndrome can worsen their condition. Aspirin use is contraindicated in children with viral illnesses due to the risk of Reye syndrome. Therefore, this statement indicates a need for further education.

D. I will make sure not to give my child any products containing aspirin:

This statement is accurate. Avoiding products containing aspirin is essential to prevent the risk of Reye syndrome in children. It does not indicate a need for further education.

A. Allowing siblings to visit the client in the hospital

- Allowing siblings to visit the client in the hospital is a compassionate gesture and promotes family-centered care. However, it may not directly address the concept of atraumatic care, which focuses on minimizing physical and psychological stress related to healthcare procedures.

B. Using a doll to demonstrate an invasive procedure

- Using a doll to demonstrate an invasive procedure is an example of atraumatic care. It allows the nurse to provide preparatory information to the child in a non-threatening and understandable manner. By visually demonstrating the procedure on a doll, the child can better understand what will happen, reducing anxiety and fear.

C. Encouraging communication between the parents and nurse

- Encouraging communication between the parents and nurse is important for providing holistic care and addressing the child's needs. While effective communication is essential, it may not directly demonstrate the concept of atraumatic care unless it involves discussing how to minimize stress and anxiety during procedures.

D. Arranging the room to accommodate religious practices

- Arranging the room to accommodate religious practices is a form of patient-centered care and respects the cultural and religious beliefs of the patient and family. While important for overall comfort and respect for the patient's values, it may not directly relate to the concept of atraumatic care, which specifically focuses on reducing stress and anxiety during healthcare procedures.