A Child with Autism Is Being Admitted to the Hospital

Multiple Choice

A child with autism is being admitted to the hospital with dehydration. Upon admission, the nurse should:

A) Encourage the parents to avoid bringing favorite toys from home that might be lost.
B) Take the child on a tour of the pediatric unit.
C) Assign the child to his single-bed hospital room.
D) Take the child to the playroom for arts and crafts.