A mother came to the pediatric clinic with her 17- month-old child. The mother would like to begin toilet training. What should the nurse teach her about implementing toilet training?

The correct answer is B. Have a child-sized toilet seat or training potty on hand. (A) Giving her toys will distract her and interfere with toilet training because of inappropriate (B) A child-sized toilet seat or training potty gives a child a feeling of security. (C) She should use words that are age appropriate for the child. (D) Children should be praised…

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Options

ATake two or three favorite toys with the child.
BHave a child-sized toilet seat or training potty on hand.
CExplain to the child she is going to "void" and "defecate."
DShow disapproval if she does not void or defecate.

How the community answered

(30 responses)

B
93% (28)
C
3% (1)
D
3% (1)

Explanation

(A) Giving her toys will distract her and interfere with toilet training because of inappropriate (B) A child-sized toilet seat or training potty gives a child a feeling of security. (C) She should use words that are age appropriate for the child. (D) Children should be praised for cooperative behavior and/or successful evacuation.

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#toilet training#toddler development#child-sized equipment#readiness cues

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