A nurse enters the room of Daniel, 2 and a half year old, to administer an oral medication. When he the nurse asked if he is ready to take his medicine, he says, "No!" What would be the most appropriate action?

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Since the nurse gave the child a choice about taking the medication, the nurse should comply with the child's answer in order to build or maintain trust. Remember that toddlers do not have an accurate sense of time, leaving the room and coming back later is another episode to the toddler.

A Nurse Enters the Room of Daniel, 2 and a Half