24
June
2009
2009
Tips For Preparing Your Child For Medical Tests
- Give your child a detailed, simple and clear explanation of what is going to happen.
- Be specific about which part of the body will be affected, and how it might feel.
- Allow your child to react — even if it includes anger, screaming or crying — but encourage communication about what he or she is feeling.
- Have your child practice the position that will be required — such as lying down, stretching out an arm, or curling up on one side.
- Talk about why the test or procedure is necessary and how it will help your child.
- Let your child make decisions whenever possible, such as the color of the bandage that may be applied
Source: HealthDay
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