The parents of a 3-year-old child with congenital heart disease are afraid to let their child play with other children because of possible overexertion.How should the nurse reply to this concern?
A) The parents should meet all the child's needs.
B) The child needs opportunities to play with peers.
C) Constant parental supervision is needed to avoid overexertion.
D) The child needs to understand that peers' activities are too strenuous.

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The child needs opportunities for social development.Children are able to regulate and limit their activities based on their energy level.Parents must be encouraged to seek appropriate social activities for the child,especially before kindergarten.The child needs to have activities that foster independence.

The Parents of a 3-Year-Old Child with Congenital Heart Disease