A parent asks the nurse about negativism in toddlers. The most appropriate recommendation is to
a. Punish the child
b. Provide more attention
c. Ask the child to not always say "no"
d. Reduce the opportunities for a "no" answer
D
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A Negativism is not an indication of stubbornness or insolence and should not be
punished.
B The negativism is not a function of attention; the child is testing limits to gain an
understanding of the world.
C The toddler is too young for this approach.
D The nurse should suggest to the parent that questions should be phrased with
realistic choices rather than yes or no answers. This provides a sense of control
for the toddler and reduces the opportunity for negativism.
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