A parent says, "My 2-year-old child refuses toilet training and shouts ‘No!' when given directions. What do you think is wrong?" Select the nurse's best reply
a. "Your child needs firmer control. It is important to set limits now."
b. "This is normal for your child's age. The child is striving for independence."
c. "There may be developmental problems. Most children are toilet trained by age 2."
d. "Some undesirable attitudes are developing. A child psychologist can help you develop a plan."
ANS: B
This behavior is typical of a child around the age of 2 years, whose developmental task is to develop autonomy. The distracters indicate the child's behavior is abnormal.
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