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The nurse identifies which of the following as a characteristic of defecation in toddlers?
A. Control of defecation normally begins after 3 years of age
B. Control of defecation starts between 1 and 2 years of age
C. Constipation is a common problem among toddlers
D. Toddlers frequently delay defecation because of play
The nurse identifies which of the following as a characteristic of defecation in toddlers?
A. Control of defecation normally begins after 3 years of age
B. Control of defecation starts between 1 and 2 years of age
C. Constipation is a common problem among toddlers
D. Toddlers frequently delay defecation because of play
Answer: B. Control of defecation starts between 1 and 2 years of age
Control of defecation generally starts in toddlers between 1 and 2 years of age. Children between 3 and 6 years of age frequently delay defecation because of play and may experience constipation.