A mother tells the nurse that her child is a picky eater. The nurse responds to the mother, telling her that she should be most concerned if the toddler
a. dislikes food that she once craved.
b. puts some of the mother's breath mints in her mouth.
c. eats only crackers and milk for 3 days.
d. refuses to eat a food the older brother dislikes.
B
As toddlers experience increased independence and control over their bodies, some of this independence is demonstrated in their eating patterns. There is an increased problem with food refusal or the desire for only certain foods. This is a normal response to the developmental stage and should not be a problem unless it is excessive. Thus, options "a," "c," and "d" are normal behaviors and not a concern; however, if a toddler eats some of her mother's mints, this is a concern. Some breath mints contain artificial sweeteners which can cause diarrhea if consumed in large quantities. Additionally, toddlers are good at imitating other's behavior. If the mother is taking medication that is the same color as her mints, the child may ingest the pills and this could have serious consequences.
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