An 18-month-old toddler is being seen for a well-child visit.Which of the following strategies would the nurse use to enlist the toddler's cooperation?

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Toddlers need to explore their environment to master it, including health care visits.They need to observe their parents interact with the health care provider.They also should have opportunities to manipulate the equipment.They benefit from simple instructions and choices, which offer the opportunity to maintain some control.Having the child hold the stethoscope on his chest while being examined will help make the visit more productive.Asking the toddler whether he wants to be examined will likely elicit an answer of no.Asking mom to leave the room will likely traumatize the child resulting in crying and resistance.Mom holding him down will also likely result in resistance.

An 18-Month-Old Toddler Is Being Seen for a Well-Child Visit