Comfort Tips

Positioning the child for a comfortable IV start

A sense of control — and comfort.

Child Life Specialist Dana Swan notes that when a child lies on his back, he feels vulnerable. When he sits in his parent's lap, he feels comforted and relaxed. That is the simple logic behind the following set of positioning recommendations:11

Positioning techniques for toddlers,children, and adolescents
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