A Preschool-Aged Child Got into the Cookie Jar and Ate

question 5

Multiple Choice

A preschool-aged child got into the cookie jar and ate several cookies before dinner. When confronted by the parent, the child responds, "My pet horse ate them." What does the nurse teach the parents about this response?

• A) It is normal for children to have imaginary friends at this age.
• B) This vivid imagination will lead the child to misbehave later on.
• C) Lying is disobedient and should be punished consistently.
• D) The child is obviously afraid of the parents' response.

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