A mother is concerned because her 9-year-old boy has developed the habit of twitching his eyes and flipping his hair while communicating with anyone. What is the best nursing response to this parent?
a. "This may indicate that he needs eyeglasses."
b. "Children sometimes do these things for attention."
c. "This behavior suggests low self-esteem."
d. "Tics appear when a child is under stress."
ANS: D
The child cannot help such actions and should not be scolded for them because they are mainly a result of tension.
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