The parents tell the nurse that their preschooler demands to wear specific clothing. They are concerned that the day-care workers might think they are negligent because the preschooler often wears mismatched clothing
What should be the nurse's response to this concern?
1. "Don't worry, day-care workers are accustomed to that sort of thing."
2. "This is normal and the preschooler is just practicing skills needed later in life"
3. "I am glad you brought that to our attention. I will make a note for her pediatrician."
4. "You should have better control of the child now if you have any hope of controlling them during teenage years."
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Even though day-care workers are accustomed to this stage, the option given discounts the parents' worry and does not give them any information that the preschooler is normal.
Rationale 2: The nurse should accept that the parents are concerned and then tell them that this is normal behavior at this age. Preschoolers often begin to exert independence and to "practice" picking out clothing, cooking with play toys, and parenting dolls.
Rationale 3: The only reason to notify the pediatrician would be to report this normal behavior.
Rationale 4: Since this is a normal behavior, there are no issues about controlling the preschooler when older.
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