Charla is a three-year-old whose mother has brought her to the pediatrician's office because she has had a low-grade fever for three days. The pediatrician has asked the medical assistant to take all of her vital signs, including blood pressure. Charla is scared; she is whimpering and clinging tightly to her mother. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take?
A. Take Charla's blood pressure before getting her other vital signs
B. Check Charla's temperature first because it is the most important measurement
C. Tell Charla there is nothing to be afraid of
D. Ask Charla's mother to tell her not to be afraid
E. Use an oral thermometer to avoid scaring Charla further
Answer: A
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