The parent of a two-year-old tells the nurse, “Every night, bedtime is a struggle. My child never wants to go to sleep.” Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

“Frequently, toddlers refuse bedtime in order to establish autonomy.”. Toddlers may refuse to go to bed at night in an attempt to establish autonomy. Toddlers do not yet fear monsters; this is seen in preschoolers. Forgoing a daytime nap is not likely the best option for a 2-year-old. Research has debunked the myth that sugar-containing foods cause hyperactivity, so telling the mother to limit sugar-containing foods is not helpful.

The parent of a two-year-old tells the nurse, “Every night,...

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