NR 103 Week 5 Assignment_Therapeutic Communication Separation Anxiety

It’s normal to feel nervous when your parents aren’t here. How about you take this teddy and here’s a piece of paper let’s draw a picture, also let’s take a few deep breaths together while I stay with you, and just know that I’ll be right here the whole time. I want to reassure you I’m here with you and know that you’re not alone, and I’ll be here to help you get through this.” Therapeutic Component Simulation Example Reflection / Impact Active Listening The nurse saw how the little girl encouraging her to express her was acting (fidgeting and clutching) feelings & emotions honestly, and added, "I can tell you're scared." validates her sentiments, and fosters trust. Age-Appropriate The nurse used her stuffed Makes things easier to Language animal and told a simple story understand, lessens fear, and to describe what would happen encourages her to cooperate next. She can say, "The with the plan. medicine will make your teddy feel better, just like it will make you feel better." Emotional Nurse reassured her: “It’s okay Providing comfort, Validation and to feel nervous; I will stay reduces separation Support with you until anxiety, strengthens your parents come back.” therapeutic relationship. The little girl felt comfortable and supported since the nurse listened to her. She used language that was appropriate for her patient’s age and validated her feelings. The nurse made the little girl feel better about being away from their parents by listening to her, and explained things in simple terms, and offering comfort to her. These strategies not only help her patient highlights how critical it is for pediatric nurses to communicate to kids in a way that is appropriate for their age and makes sense and easier for them to comprehend (Therapeutic Communication – Pediatric Separation Anxiety - H5P.com, 2019). One approach to help is to let the little girl play with toys, draw pictures, or act out scenes with dolls or stuffed animals. This makes the little girl feel better and gives her back part of her power. Using distraction techniques, such as watching a favorite show, playing a game, or listening to music, is another good thing to do. These can help any patients who are of school aged pediatric to stop worrying or feeling bad. A pediatric nurse can also use guided imagery or storytelling to assist the any school aged pediatric patient to calm down and feel better. Sometimes parents can also help by telling the school aged pediatric patient to imagine a safe, happy place or make up a narrative. Additionally, talking to the child about things that they’re familiar with, such as school, friends, or hobbies, may help them focus on something different while still feeling loved and encouraged. I think that when you le the child make simple choices, like which toy or activity to do, helps them become more independent and less anxious. By using such approach, the nurse can handle the any school aged pediatric patient’s emotional response