A mother expresses concern about the pediatrician saying that her toddler is experiencing separation anxiety. You would explain that separation anxiety in toddlers is considered to be:
a. a need for the parents to change parenting routines
b. a normal part of development
c. cause to seek mental health counseling
d. high risk for future long-term anxiety disorders
B
The nurse would explain to the mother that separation anxiety in toddlers is considered to be a normal part of development. There is no need for parents to change their parenting routines nor any need to seek mental health counseling. Between the ages of 2 and 4, most children develop the ability to separate from their parents without severe anxiety.
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A) Five to seven days following her menses B) Midcycle C) Immediately prior to menses D) During her menses
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A. "I have so much to learn about taking care of a baby. I've bought a couple of books already." B. "When will I be able to feel my baby move?" C. "I work and have an active social life; I don't see how a baby will change it all that much." D. "We've already told our parents we're expecting, and our friends and the people at work, too."