A 3-year-old boy was successfully toilet trained prior to his admission to the hospital for injuries sustained from a fall. His parents are very concerned that the child has regressed in his toileting behaviors. Which information should the nurse provide to the parents?

The correct answer is choice d. Children usually resume their toileting behaviors when they leave the hospital. Choice A rationale: While it is true that hospitalization can be stressful for preschoolers, providing diapers may not be necessary. Regression in toileting is often temporary and related to the stress of the hospital environment. Choice B rationale: Initiating a retraining program immediately after returning home may not be necessary. Most children will naturally resume their previous toileting behaviors once they are back in a familiar and less stressful environment. Choice C rationale: Bringing a potty chair from home can be helpful in some cases, but it is not always practical or necessary. The child is likely to resume normal toileting behaviors once they are back in their usual environment. Choice D rationale: This is the correct answer because children often regress in their toileting behaviors due to the stress and unfamiliarity of the hospital environment. Once they return home, they typically resume their previous toileting habits.