What statement by the parent of a hospitalized toddler leads the nurse to determine the parent understands a hospitalized toddler's need for transitional objects?
a. "This stuffed animal makes him feel secure."
b. "He insisted on bringing this dirty old blanket with him."
c. "I'm going to buy him a big stuffed animal from the gift shop."
d. "I'd like to get him some toys from the playroom."
ANS: A
The use of a transitional object such as a blanket or a favorite toy promotes security.
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