The Parents of a 4­year­old Boy Are Concerned Because He

question 8

Multiple Choice

The parents of a 4­year­old boy are concerned because he has begun twisting
and pulling out his hair, especially when he is tired or stressed. What will the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner recommend as part of an initial approach to treat this behavior?

• A) Consultation with a pediatric behavioral specialist
• B) Cutting his hair so that it is too short to pull
• C) Long­term anti­streptococcal prophylaxis
• D) Medication with risperidol or clonidine

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