A nurse is discussing sleep patterns in school-age children. Which of the following should be stressed by the nurse?
a. Sharing a bed with siblings/parents has a long-lasting psychological impact.
b. School-age children need between 6 and 9 hours of sleep a night.
c. Daytime naps are important in children until they reach the age of 9 or 10.
d. School-age children generally agree with and adhere to a regular bedtime.
Ans: d. School-age children generally agree with and adhere to a regular bedtime
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