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Infant test/procedure preparation

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Infant test/procedure preparation
Infant test/procedure preparation


Infant test/procedure preparation

Alternative Names:

Test/procedure preparation - infant; Preparing infant for test/procedure

Information:

For older children, research has shown that preparation may reduce crying or resistance of the procedure. Prepared children report less pain and show less distress. Proper preparation for a test or procedure may reduce an older child's anxiety, encourage cooperation, and help develop coping skills.

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Given the developmental level of your child (0 - 1 year), pre-test preparation will be of little benefit, but some considerations may ease your anxiety.

Before the test, know that your child probably will cry, and restraints may be used. The most important way you can help your child through this procedure is by being there and showing you care.

Crying is a normal response to the strange environment, unfamiliar people, restraints, and separation from you. Your infant will cry more for these reasons than because the test or procedure is uncomfortable.

Knowing this from the onset may help relieve some of your anxiety about what to expect. Having specific information about the test may further reduce your anxiety. For more information please see the appropriate test.

WHY RESTRAINTS?

Infants lack the physical control, coordination, and ability to follow commands that older children and adults usually possess. Restraints may be used during a procedure or other situation to ensure your infant's safety. Your infant may be restrained by hand or with physical devices.

For example, if your infant needs an x-ray, clear test results require there be no movement. Furthermore, in radiological and nuclear studies, all staff briefly leave the room while the films are taken. In these situations, restraints are used for your infant's safety.

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