Parents ask for disciplinary guidance for their 4-year-old. The nurse suggests which of these actions? Select all that apply.
a) A time-out of about 8 minutes would be appropriate for intentional misbehavior.
b) Books and stories can help preschoolers master proper behavior.
c) When discussing improper behavior, call the behavior "bad" or "naughty," not the child.
d) Spank with an open hand only and never with an object.
e) Anticipate situations likely to cause misbehavior and redirect the child to another activity.
Answer:
• Books and stories can help preschoolers master proper behavior.
• When discussing improper behavior, call the behavior "bad" or "naughty," not the child.
• Anticipate situations likely to cause misbehavior and redirect the child to another activity.