You have been called for a 2-year-old girl who has been sick for two days. In preparing to assess the patient, it is important that you recognize that patients in this age group generally:

A) do not like having clothing removed.
B) tolerate separation from their caregiver.
C) have little fear of strangers.
D) like to be touched.


A

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