A nurse is providing preoperative teaching for a 9-year-old child who is scheduled for a tonsillectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Indicate on a stuffed animal where the procedure will be performed: Demonstrating on a stuffed animal is more appropriate for younger children such as toddlers or preschoolers. School-age children benefit more from visual aids that relate to their own bodies. B. Provide teaching immediately before the procedure: Teaching right before surgery can increase anxiety and does not allow the child adequate time to process information or ask questions. C. Use simple diagrams to explain the procedure: Visual aids like simple diagrams help school-age children understand what will happen in a way that is appropriate for their cognitive level, reducing fear and promoting cooperation. D. Discuss the benefits of the procedure: While discussing benefits is important, the primary focus before surgery should be clear, age-appropriate explanations of the procedure itself to prepare the child effectively.