A parent asks the nurse about how to deal with negativism in toddlers.What is the most appropriate recommendation?
A) Punish the child.
B) Provide more attention.
C) Ask the child to not always say "no."
D) Reduce the opportunities for a "no" answer.

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The nurse should suggest to the parent that questions should be phrased to present realistic choices instead of requiring yes or no answers.This provides a sense of control for the toddler and reduces the opportunity for negativism.Negativism is not an indication of stubbornness or insolence and should not be punished.The negativism is not a function of attention;the child is testing limits to gain an understanding of the world.The toddler is too young to be asked to not always say "no."

A Parent Asks the Nurse About How to Deal with Negativism