A Mother, Concerned That Her Toddler Is Not Getting Enough

question 21

Multiple Choice

A mother, concerned that her toddler is not getting enough rest, asks a nurse what the average amount of sleep is for a 4-year-old. The nurse replies:

• A) "A 4-year-old should sleep 16 hours a day, including naps."
• B) "A 4-year-old should sleep no more than 10 hours a day."
• C) "A 4-year-old should sleep an average of 13 to 14 hours a day."
• D) "A 4-year-old should sleep approximately 12 hours a day."

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Definitions:

Homeostasis

The self-regulating process by which biological systems tend to maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.

Drive

An internal urge that motivates behavior towards fulfilling a need or achieving a goal.

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Biological Needs

Essential physiological requirements that maintain life, such as the need for oxygen, food, water, and sleep.