Which Intervention Should a Nurse Plan to Decrease Pain When

Which intervention should a nurse plan to decrease pain when collecting a blood specimen from a neonate?

A) Apply EMLA cream to the heel 5 minutes before the procedure.
B) Give a weight-based dose of acetaminophen 1 hour prior to the procedure.
C) Provide a pacifier sweetened with sucrose 2 minutes before starting the procedure.
D) Prepare the area by applying an ice pack to the heel for 5 minutes prior to the heel stick.

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