A beautiful 8-year-old child is crying because her hair is falling out and says, "I am going to be as bald as my grandfather. Will my hair ever grow back?" The most helpful response by the nurse would be:
a. "Of course your hair will grow back!"
b. "In about 6 weeks you will have your hair back.".
c. "No one knows for sure when the hair will come back.".
d. "Don't worry. Wear this baseball cap.".
B
An 8-year-old can understand time. A truthful answer reduces anxiety. The offering of a cap or wig is also a good remedy.
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