Katie, 4 Years Old, Is Admitted to Outpatient Surgery for Removal

Katie, 4 years old, is admitted to outpatient surgery for removal of a cyst on her foot. Her mother puts the hospital gown on her, but Katie is crying because she wants to leave on her underpants. What is the most appropriate nursing action?

A) Allow her to wear her underpants
B) Discuss with her mother why this is important to Katie
C) Ask her mother to explain to her why she cannot wear them
D) Explain in a kind, matter-of-fact manner that this is hospital policy

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