Question

Which statement made by the parent of a school aged child requires follow up by the nurse?

a. I encourage evening exercise about an hour before bedtime
b. I make sure that the room is dark and quiet at bedtime
c. We use quiet activities such as reading a book before bedtime

Answer 1

The parent's statement about encouraging evening exercise before bedtime requires follow-up by the nurse.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement made by the parent of a school-aged child that requires follow-up by the nurse is option a. "I encourage evening exercise about an hour before bedtime." While exercise is generally beneficial for overall health, doing vigorous exercise close to bedtime can actually interfere with sleep. It can increase alertness and adrenaline levels, making it difficult for the child to fall asleep.