Jedd is а 7 yeаr оld currently hоspitаlized with a new diagnоsis of Type 1 Diabetes. Prior to his admission Jedd complained of blurred vision, fatigue and despite eating and drinking constantly, had started to lose weight, so parents brought him into the clinic. A point of care test in the clinic revealed a blood glucose of 418. Jedd is currently in 2nd grade, with age appropriate growth and development, and enjoys playing soccer with his friends through a local athletic association. Jedd lives with his parents Amy and Grace and his 2 siblings Johna (3 years old) and Henry (10 years old). Please answer the questions 17-20 based on Jedd’s information. Jedd screams and cries everytime he needs blood sugars drawn or insulin injections. What is your best action as his nurse to ensure atraumatic care?
Jedd is а 7 yeаr оld currently hоspitаlized with a new diagnоsis of Type 1 Diabetes. Prior to his admission Jedd complained of blurred vision, fatigue and despite eating and drinking constantly, had started to lose weight, so parents brought him into the clinic. A point of care test in the clinic revealed a blood glucose of 418. Jedd is currently in 2nd grade, with age appropriate growth and development, and enjoys playing soccer with his friends through a local athletic association. Jedd lives with his parents Amy and Grace and his 2 siblings Johna (3 years old) and Henry (10 years old). Please answer the questions 17-20 based on Jedd’s information. Amy approaches you and states the labs and injections are going better, but Jedd has started to talk baby talk and he throw tantrums if they try to enforce normal routines and rules. Based on what is known about children's response to hospitalization your best response is: