Which Statement by the Nurse Best Explains the Importance of Play

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which statement by the nurse best explains the importance of play during the toddler stage of development?

• A) "Exploration can suppress the toddler's curiosity to promote safety."
• B) "Parental control during play will eliminate the frustration of learning self-control."
• C) "Play can enhance cognitive and psychosocial development."
• D) "Play will enhance the toddler's ability to explore the environment safely without supervision."

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