A 3-year-old child, while playing with his favorite toy in the playroom of the pediatric unit, is approached by another child who also wants to play with the same toy. What behavior will the nurse anticipate from this child?
a. Will play well with the other child
b. Will give the toy up and then not play anymore
c. Will become angry and a physical response might ensue
d. Will ignore the toy and go on to something else
ANS: C
The 3-year-old child is egocentric and likely will become angry when others attempt to take his or her possessions.
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