Your Friend Is Frustrated Because She Has Tried to Toilet

question 6

Multiple Choice

Your friend is frustrated because she has tried to toilet train her 24-month-old son Caleb for the past week, but the process is taking longer than she would like.Based on what you have learned about readiness for toilet training, how should you respond to Caleb's mother?

• A)"I'm surprised Caleb is not toilet trained yet.You might want to see a pediatrician."
• B)"Be patient; it is not going to happen overnight.Some children take months or even years to become toilet trained."
• C)"Most toddlers learn how to use the toilet in two weeks, so you're almost there."
• D)"You really shouldn't toilet train until a child stays dry throughout the night.So I don't think Caleb is ready just yet."

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