The nurse is caring for a preschool-age child who is aware of impending death. What behavior should the nurse expect the child to demonstrate at this time?

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Preschoolers fear separation. If able to grasp the concept of dying, this child's major worry is being alone and separated. These children may need someone to stay with them constantly to reassure them that they are loved and people are caring for them. Anger, verbalization of feelings, and bargaining are not behaviors typically associated with a preschool age-child who is facing death.

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