A 7-year-old in the PICU becomes increasingly withdrawn and refuses to speak after 3 days of hospitalization. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate to address this child's regression?
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A
Insist the child verbally communicate needs to prevent further regression
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B
Provide age-appropriate medical play with syringes and bandages
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C
Limit family visitation to structured 1-hour windows to establish routine
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D
Sedate the child during procedures to prevent psychological trauma