A young child has repeated upper respiratory infections. The mother is distressed and states that she is sure she is taking care of her child properly and does not understand why her child is constantly ill
Nursing assessment validates that the mother is providing a balanced diet, the child eats well, the mother is careful with hand hygiene, and the child has no genetic or chronic diseases. The child does attend daycare while the mother works. On what rationale should the nurse base her reassurance to the mother?
A) All small children are sick all the time, and they outgrow this behavior in a few years.
B) Probably the daycare center is the cause of the constant illness, and the child should be moved.
C) Small children have an immature immune system and are more susceptible to viral illness.
D) The mother should be referred for counseling as she is exhibiting a pathological lack of coping.
C
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