A Mother Tells the Nurse That Ever Since She Started

Multiple Choice

A mother tells the nurse that ever since she started toileting training, the toddler has been touching his genitals.Which of the following statements is the most appropriate response by the nurse?

A) "This is a sign that he is not ready to toilet train yet."
B) "This behavior is developmentally normal."
C) "Tell him calmly to stop touching himself."
D) "Mentioning it to the child will increase the behavior; best to ignore it."