A Parent Reports That Her Nine-Year-Old Son Experiences Nocturnal Bed-Wetting

question 9

Multiple Choice

A parent reports that her nine-year-old son experiences nocturnal bed-wetting several times each month. The parent wants to know if this problem will cure itself. Which is the most appropriate response by the nurse?

• A) "This problem responds only to treatment with family therapy."
• B) "Unless you consider using medications, the problem will continue."
• C) "Most children stop wetting the bed at night by the time they reach adolescence."
• D) "Most cases of enuresis are a result of organic causes and require medical treatment."

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