The nurse taking into consideration the toileting needs of a 20-month-old toddler is aware that this age child:
a. Has voluntary control of the sphincters, but may not be ready for toilet training
b. Will be completely potty trained
c. Should be waking up dry after a night's sleep
d. Should be waking up dry after a daytime nap
A
The child will likely not be potty-trained. Children at this age have achieved voluntary control of the sphincters but are not usually ready to begin potty training until later. It is highly unlikely that the child wakes up dry from naps or from a night's sleep.
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