A Parent Questions the Nurse About Her 5-Year-Old Who Has

question 6

Multiple Choice

A parent questions the nurse about her 5-year-old who has begun to masturbate and question the parents about sexual differences among the child's peer friends. The nurse, familiar with Freud's stages of development, responds by saying:

• A) "Let's make sure to ask your doctor at the next appointment."
• B) "All children are curious, but make sure the child knows that this behaviour might be offensive to others."
• C) "You should probably consult a child psychologist if you're this concerned."
• D) "This behaviour is a normal part of your child's development."

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