A pediatric nurse is teaching a caregiver about different parenting styles and the effects they could have on children. Which of the following responses by the caregiver indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. A permissive style lacks structure and discipline, often leading to poor self-regulation, but frequent discipline is not a typical characteristic. B. An authoritative style does involve input from children, but the focus is more on communication and reasoning. C. An authoritative parenting style promotes open communication, sets clear expectations, and uses reasoning, leading to better child outcomes. D. An uninvolved parenting style is characterized by neglecting the child’s needs and providing minimal structure or support.