A 16-year-old is admitted for acute appendicitis and an appendectomy is performed. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate to facilitate normal growth and development?

Rationale: A. Interaction with peers supports social development and identity formation, which is crucial for adolescents. B. Favorite stuffed animals are more comforting for younger children rather than adolescents. C. Rest and quiet activities are important but do not directly promote developmental tasks like peer interaction. D. Parental presence is supportive but adolescents increasingly seek independence and peer connection.