Considering normal developmental and physical maturation in children, for which age would a goal of "Achieves bowel control by the end of this month" be most realistic?
a. 18 months
b. 3 years
c. 4 years
d. 5 years
B
Between ages 2 and 3 years, a child can typically control defecation, thereby making toilet training possible. Nevertheless, some children, especially boys, may not achieve consistent bowel control until somewhat later.
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