A hospitalized toddler, previously bowel trained, has been having incontinent stools. What would the nurse tell the parents about this behavior?

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Incontinence during a hospital stay is common in toddlers who have been potty trained. The stress and unfamiliar environment can affect their ability to control their bowels. The nurse should reassure the parents that this behavior is normal and provide support for the child until their regular routine can be resumed. Scolding the child is not an appropriate response, and there is no need to call the doctor unless there are other concerning symptoms.

A Hospitalized Toddler, Previously Bowel Trained, Has Been Having Incontinent