The nurse is working with the caregivers to prepare the preschooler for the first day of school. Which of the following activities by the caregivers would most likely help?
a. put the child on a school schedule a few weeks before school starts
b. have an older child tell the preschooler about the school schedule
c. talk about the expectations and rules of the school
d. give the child a book with lots of pictures and big print
A
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A Correct. By placing the child on a school schedule in advance, the child will become increasingly familiar with the routine, which will likely make the adjustment easier.
B Incorrect. Having an older child tell the preschooler about the schedule would not be as effective as if the child experienced it.
C Incorrect. Reviewing the expectations and rules of school may increase anxiety.
D Incorrect. Providing a child with a book would not effectively prepare a preschooler for the first day of classes.
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