A nurse is preparing to administer an IM injection to a 3-year-old child. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

The correct answer is Choice C.Choice A rationaleOffering a prize for not crying can create undue pressure and anxiety for the child.Choice B rationaleTelling the child the medicine will fix them can be misleading and does not provide accurate information about the procedure.Choice C rationaleAllowing the child to choose which leg to receive the injection in gives them a sense of control and can reduce anxiety.Choice D rationaleTelling the child they will only feel a little stick can be misleading and may not adequately prepare them for the discomfort.