During a routine well-child health examination,the parents of a 4-year-old child report being concerned their child is not getting enough rest.The nursing assessment reveals the child usually gets 9 hours of sleep per night.Which of the responses by the nurse is most appropriate?

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The appropriate response is to provide the recommendation for children of this age, which is at least 11 hours of sleep per night. The child in this scenario is not getting enough sleep, which may negatively impact their overall health and well-being. It is important to provide education and guidance to parents to ensure their child is getting the appropriate amount of sleep.

During a Routine Well-Child Health Examination,the Parents of a 4-Year-Old