The pediatric nurse is assessing the 3-year-old client when the mother states the child is having sleep disturbances lately. The pediatric nurse recognizes the most likely cause of sleep disturbances would be which of the following?

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At the age of 3, children often have vivid imaginations and may develop fears of imaginary monsters or similar creatures, which can significantly impact their sleep patterns. Concerns about friends and the impact of media or medication side effects are less likely to be primary causes of sleep disturbances in this age group.

The Pediatric Nurse Is Assessing the 3-Year-Old Client When the Mother