Which of the following are strategies for therapeutic communication in the pediatric setting? How can these strategies be used to build rapport with the child? (Select All that Apply.)

Using age-appropriate language and explanations

Using a stern and authoritative tone

Avoiding touching the child to respect their personal space

Getting down to the child's eye level's when speaking to them

Ignoring the child's nonverbal cues

Active listening and validating the child's feelings

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,D,F

A. Using language that is appropriate for the child’s developmental level helps them understand and feel more comfortable.

B. A stern and authoritative tone can be intimidating and is not conducive to therapeutic communication with children.

C. Touch, when appropriate, can be reassuring to children and helps establish rapport.

D. Getting down to the child’s eye level makes communication more personal and less intimidating for the child.

E. Ignoring nonverbal cues would be detrimental to understanding the child’s feelings and needs.

F. Active listening and validating feelings helps build trust and rapport with the child.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Using medical jargon would likely confuse and scare the child.

B. Keeping medical equipment visible might increase anxiety, as young children can become fearful of unfamiliar objects.

C. Separating the child from their parent during the examination can increase fear and resistance, so it is better to keep the parent nearby for reassurance.

D. Allowing the child to role-play with medical equipment helps reduce anxiety, makes the experience more familiar, and increases cooperation during the assessment.

A. the child can use a spoon to feed themselves without spilling B. The child can draw a circle C. the child can climb steps D. the child can attempt to stack two blocks E. the child can. say a few word like mama and dada

Correct Answer is ["D","E"]

Explanation

A. At 12 months, a child may begin using a spoon but will often spill, so independent spoon use without spilling is not expected at this stage.

B. Drawing a circle is a skill expected at a later age, typically around 3 years.

C. Climbing steps is usually observed in older toddlers, around 18 months.

D. A 12-month-old should be able to attempt to stack two blocks, demonstrating early fine motor skills.

E. At 12 months, a child typically can say simple words like "mama" and "dada" as part of early language development.

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