When preparing a 3-year-old child to have blood specimens drawn for laboratory testing, the nurse should: 1. Explain the procedure in advance. 2. Explain why the blood needs to be drawn. 3. Use...

When preparing a 3-year-old child to have blood specimens drawn for laboratory testing, the nurse should:

1. Explain the procedure in advance.

2. Explain why the blood needs to be drawn.

3. Use distraction techniques during the procedure.

4. Provide verbal explanations about what will occur.