The pediatric nurse is going to a preschooler class to do a presentation on teeth brushing.Prior to the start of class,she spends some time meeting and talking with the students.Which of the following statement(s)by the preschoolers indicates normal development for this group? Select all that apply.
A) "After our class, I am going to read my book. I love my book."
B) "You should never steal anything from anyone."
C) "Water is really the same as ice."
D) "I can count to 20."

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Preschoolers aged 4 to 5 years become increasingly verbal and independent.Verbal skills expand dramatically and they are increasingly interested in books,reading,and counting.They do lack the ability to reason formally and are unable to understand that two objects that appear different may in fact be the same,for example,ice and water.Psychosocially,the child at this age develops a conscience and readily recognizes right from wrong.

The Pediatric Nurse Is Going to a Preschooler Class to Do