When taking blood samples from infants, physicians typically
A) utilize epidural anesthesia to numb the part of the body from which the sample is to be collected.
B) play soothing music to divert the infant's attention from pain.
C) utilize general anesthesia to eliminate any chances of pain.
D) give a sweet solution to the infants to suck on to manage the pain.

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Giving a sweet solution to infants is a common practice to help manage pain during procedures like blood sampling. Sweet tastes can have a calming effect and can help reduce the perception of pain in infants.

When Taking Blood Samples from Infants, Physicians Typically