The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is performing a well child examination on a fussy toddler who has red hair. The child's parent tells the toddler to stop being fussy and says, "red hair gives him such a temper." Which common error that erodes self-esteem is this?

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The parent's comment about the toddler's red hair giving him a temper is an example of stereotyping and typecasting, which can lead to negative self-image and erode self-esteem. This comment suggests that the toddler's behavior is determined by his hair color, rather than his individual personality and temperament.

The Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Is Performing a Well