A 3-year-old child was adopted immediately after birth. The parents have just asked the nurse how they should tell the child that she is adopted. Which guideline concerning adoption should the nurse use in planning a response?
a. It is best to wait until the child asks about it.
b. The best time to tell the child is between the ages of 7 and 10 years.
c. It is not necessary to tell a child who was adopted so young.
d. Telling the child is an important aspect of their parental responsibilities.
Asnwer: D. Telling the child is an important aspect of their parental responsibilities.