A 20-year-old single parent brings her 3-year-old son into the emergency department because he “fell.” The child has bruises on his face, arms, and legs; his mother says that she did not witness the...

A 20-year-old single parent brings her 3-year-old son into the emergency department because he “fell.” The child has bruises on his face, arms, and legs; his mother says that she did not witness the fall. The nurse suspects child abuse. While examining the child, the mother says, “Sometimes I guess I'm pretty rough with him. I'm alone, and I just don't know how to manage him.” The nurse should ask the mother if she would find it helpful to have a referral to:

1. A program for single parents.

2. A parenting education program.

3. A women's support group.

4. A support group for abusive parents.