When the newly admitted 2-year-old who was potty-trained before admission begins to wet the bed, the mother is frightened. What statement by the nurse will be most helpful to the mother?

a. "Don't be concerned. Accidents happen."
b. "Let's put a diaper on your child until this gets better."
c. "The stress of hospitalization makes children regress a little."
d. "Your child will relearn 'potty-training' if you are patient."


ANS: C
It is not unusual for children to regress when hospitalized. Explaining that regression is normal during hospitalization will help allay the mother's anxiety.

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