The nurse is conducting a health history interview for a toddler-age patient who is unable to verbalize answers to questions. Which action by the nurse is appropriate in this situation?
1) Asking the parent about eating habits
2) Asking the parent about attention span
3) Asking the parent about sleep patterns
4) All of the above.
ANS: 4
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