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ATI Pediatrics Proctored Questions
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A 2-month-old infant receiving immunizations
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A nurse is planning to administer immunizations to a 2-month -old infant. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to decrease the infant pain.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Administer the injections while the infant is breastfeeding. Breastfeeding can provide comfort and distraction to the infant, reducing pain perception during the immunization. This technique utilizes the calming effect of breastfeeding, releases endorphins, and creates a positive association with the experience.
Choice A of applying a warm pack may not be as effective in pain reduction for infants.
Choice B of asking the parent to leave may increase the infant's distress.
Choice C of administering injections in the deltoid muscle is not specific to pain reduction.
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