What should the nurse teach parents is the most important influence on the eating habits of early school-aged children? smell and appearance of food availability of food selections food preferences of the peer group example of parents and siblings at mealtimes?

The nurse should teach parents that the most important influence on the eating habits of early school-aged children is the example of parents and siblings at mealtimes. While children may be influenced by some few other factors, they are most likely to be influenced by the example and atmosphere provided by their parents more than any other thing.