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A client who is 2 days postpartum reports that their 4-year-old son, who was previously toilet trained, is now wetting himself frequently. Which of the following statements should the nurse provide to the client?

  • A. Your son may not have been ready for toilet training and should wear training pants.
  • B. Your son is displaying an adverse sibling response.
  • C. Your son may benefit from counseling.
  • D. Consider enrolling your son in preschool to address the behavior.
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Your son is displaying an adverse sibling response. This is the correct answer because the 4-year-old's regression in toilet training is likely a response to the recent birth of a new sibling. This behavior is common as the older child may feel jealous or neglected, leading to regression. Providing this statement will help the client understand the underlying cause of the behavior and address it appropriately.

Incorrect choices:
A: This choice suggests the child was not ready for toilet training, which is not the primary issue here.
C: Counseling may be beneficial in some cases but is not the first-line intervention for this situation.
D: Enrolling in preschool may not directly address the underlying cause of the behavior, which is related to the new sibling.