Question

A parent of a 3-year-old boy states that she is concerned because he was potty trained long before hospitalization but now refuses to use the toilet. What is the correct response by the nurse?

1. "Your son is probably feeling neglected, and you should make an effort to spend more time with him."
2. "This is common behavior that is expressed when the hospitalized child is stressed or anxious."
3. "You may need to include discipline because children easily lose the ability to be toilet trained during hospitalization."
4. "Your son was probably not ready to be potty trained, and you may want to continue the training for the next 6 months."

Answer 1

Option 2. "This is common behavior that is expressed when the hospitalized child is stressed or anxious." is the correct response.

Step-by-step explanation:

Option 2. "This is common behavior that is expressed when the hospitalized child is stressed or anxious." is the correct response by the nurse. When a child undergoes hospitalization or experiences a significant change in their environment, they may exhibit regression or resistance to previous learned behaviors, such as potty training. This behavior is a common response to stress and anxiety, and it is important for parents to provide reassurance and support to help the child re-establish their routine and regain confidence.