A parent brings a preschool aged client to the clinic because of having diarrhea, vomiting, and high fevers for the past three days. The child begins to cry and cling to the parent when the nurse enters the examination room. Which action should the nurse implement to get the child to cooperate?

A. Explaining the exam: Preschool-aged children might not fully understand the need for an exam, and this might not alleviate their anxiety.B. Talking to parent and focusing on toy: This strategy prioritizes calming the child first. Talking to the parent helps gather information while the nurse gradually gains the child's trust by acknowledging their toy. This can create a more positive and collaborative environment.C. Completing assessment while crying: This can be stressful for the child and might hinder an accurate assessment.D. Requesting extra staff: While additional support might be helpful, the initial approach should focus on building rapport with the child.