A 6-year-old patient suddenly yells out, “I hate my daddy!” What would be the LPN’s best response?

This answer asks an open-ended question that encourages discussion. The patient may be upset about something minor, but the outburst may also be indicative of something more serious, such as divorce or abuse. The father only needs to become involved if there is a serious issue that needs to be discussed. The other answers discount or minimize the patient’s feelings.