The Nurse Is Caring for a Toddler Who Is Undergoing

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a toddler who is undergoing treatment for sickle cell crisis. The parents ask the nurse, "Our child has been potty trained for 2 years, but suddenly he's wetting the bed again. What do we do?" How should the nurse respond?

A) "He is likely rebelling because he doesn't like the treatments. You may need to discipline him."
B) "Bedwetting is often a sign of urinary tract infection. I will have the provider check for that."
C) "Toddlers often regress in behaviors when they are sick. Just be patient with him."
D) "Nocturnal enuresis is a side effect of his medications. Once he's done with his treatment, he will stop wetting the bed."