A previously "potty-trained" 30-month-old child has reverted to wearing diapers while hospitalized. The nurse should reassure the parents that this is normal because of which reason?

A) Regression is seen during hospitalization.
B) Developmental delays occur because of the hospitalization.
C) The child is experiencing urinary urgency because of hospitalization.
D) The child was too young to be "potty-trained."

Regression is expected and normal for all age groups when hospitalized. Nurses should assure the parents this is temporary and the child will return to the previously mastered developmental milestone when back home. This does not indicate a developmental delay. The child should not be experiencing urinary urgency because of hospitalization and this would not be normal. Successful "potty-training" can be started at 2 years of age if the child is ready.