To enhance the effectiveness of the pharmacological pain intervention administered to a 4-year old child with an injured knee, the nurse plans to add a nonpharmacological intervention. Which of the following actions would be appropriate for the nurse to perform? (select all that apply)

A. Ask the patient to wait a little longer for the medicine to work.
This option may not be appropriate, especially if the child is experiencing significant pain. It's essential to address the child's pain promptly rather than asking them to wait, as adequate pain management is crucial for the child's well-being.
B. Review whether the morphine dose is therapeutic for his weight.
While reviewing the dose for the child's weight is important, it may not be the immediate next step in this situation. If the child is experiencing pain that persists after one hour, the priority is to address the immediate pain concern. The nurse can later review the medication orders and dosages in collaboration with the healthcare provider.
C. Call the physician immediately.
This is the most appropriate next step in this scenario. If the child is experiencing pain despite having received morphine one hour ago, contacting the physician is important to discuss the current situation, assess the need for additional pain management, and potentially make adjustments to the treatment plan.
D. Encourage the child to use television as a form of distraction.
Distraction can be a helpful complementary measure for managing pain, but it may not be sufficient in this case if the pain persists. The primary focus should be on addressing the pain through appropriate medical interventions, and calling the physician is a more urgent step.

A. Separation from parents should be completed by this age

This statement is not accurate. The age at which a child separates from their parents can vary widely and is influenced by cultural, familial, and individual factors. There is no strict rule that separation should be completed by a specific age, and it can vary from one family to another.

B. Daytime attention should be increased

This statement does not directly address the issue of co-sleeping. It suggests increasing daytime attention but does not provide guidance or understanding about the parents' choice to have their child sleep with them.

C. This is a common practice, especially in some cultural groups

This statement recognizes the cultural diversity in child-rearing practices. Co-sleeping is indeed a common practice in many cultures, and acknowledging this fact helps to avoid making value judgments based on one's own cultural perspective.

D. It is illegal for parents to sleep with their children, and this is reportable abuse

This statement is not accurate. Co-sleeping itself is not illegal, and it is not considered abuse. The appropriateness of co-sleeping can depend on various factors, but it is not inherently illegal or abusive.