Developmental Assessment

Developmental Assessment ( 8 Questions)

A client brings their 15-month-old toddler for a check-up. The nurse is assessing the child's social development. What behavior should the nurse expect the toddler to exhibit?


Correct Answer: C

A. Incorrect. Engaging in parallel play (playing alongside other children without direct interaction) is more typical of toddlers around 2 years old.

B. Incorrect. Initiating complex games with peers may occur later, around 3-4 years old.

C. Correct. Around 15 months, toddlers typically begin to exhibit stranger anxiety, which is a normal developmental response to unfamiliar individuals.

D. Incorrect. Independent dressing is typically achieved later, around 2-3 years old.




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