Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 9th Edition Test Bank - The Preschool Child Related

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What understanding will guide the nurse's response?

  • A. Children are unlikely to notice their grandmother's absence if no one reminds them.
  • B. Young children often understand that other people die, but do not equate it with themselves.
  • C. The children's response will depend entirely on whether they have been acquainted with death before this.
  • D. Children can understand the concept of a higher being much like adults can.
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Between 3 and 4 years, children understand others may die but do not relate death to themselves.