A toddler's parent asks the nurse for suggestions on dealing with temper tantrums.Which is the most appropriate recommendation?
A) Punish the child.
B) Leave the child alone until the tantrum is over.
C) Ignore the behaviour,provided that it is not injurious.
D) Explain to the child that this is wrong.

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The parent should be told that the best way to deal with temper tantrums is to ignore the behaviour,provided that they are not dangerous to the child.Tantrums are common in this age group as the child becomes more independent and increasingly complex tasks overwhelm him or her.Parents and caregivers need to have consistent and developmentally appropriate expectations.Punishments and explanations will not be beneficial.The presence of the parent is necessary both for safety and to provide a feeling of control and security to the child when the tantrum is over.

A Toddler's Parent Asks the Nurse for Suggestions on Dealing