Author Question: The primary caregiver of a 2-year-old girl is concerned because the child has temper tantrums ... (Read 83 times)

naturalchemist · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

The primary caregiver of a 2-year-old girl is concerned because the child has temper tantrums several times a day, often in public places. What should the nurse suggest to the caregiver?

A) Spanking is controversial but sometimes necessary, so use it if it works.
B) When the child has a tantrum in a public place, warn her that she will be punished when she is back at home then follow through with the punishment.
C) Remain calm, pick the child up, and move her to a quiet and neutral place until she gains self-control; don't give in to her demands.
D) Remind her that she is in a public place and ask her to respect those around her; reward her if she responds by calming herself.

Question 2

The caregivers of a 2-year-old child want to teach her how to share and communicate with other children.

The nurse explains to them that a child this age is probably not at a developmental level to play and share with other children. Which activity should the nurse recommend as the most appropriate activity for a 2-year-old?
A) Mowing the lawn with a toy lawnmower
B) Looking at large print magazines
C) Sharing finger paints and painting with the caregiver
D) Throwing a baseball-sized ball