The Nurse Must Start an IV for a Toddler in the Emergency

Multiple Choice

The nurse must start an IV for a toddler in the emergency department. The toddler is accompanied by a parent. The parent asks the nurse, "Can I stay with my child and comfort him?" Which response by the nurse is best?

A) "Yes, it would be helpful for you to stay and comfort your child."
B) "We do this all the time, so don't worry. I will come get you when we are done starting the IV."
C) "Be ready to hold your child down when I tell you to."
D) "It doesn't take long to start an IV, so there's no need for you to stay for the procedure."