A nurse is attempting to involve a hospitalized preschooler in therapeutic play. Why is this so important?
ExplanationA. Because their ability to express feelings verbally is limited, preschool children act out their feelings via play.
B. Acceptance of hospitalization will not occur until the child has coped with fears.
C. The child needs to cope with feelings rather than forget them.
D. Therapeutic play does not necessarily involve other children.
