Developmental milestones and screening tools
Developmental milestones and screening tools ( 10 Questions)
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Question 1 :
A nurse is conducting a developmental screening for a 9-month-old infant. Which behavior is an appropriate milestone for the nurse to assess?
Walking independently is a milestone typically achieved around 12 to 15 months.
This statement is correct. Rolling from back to stomach is an appropriate milestone for a 9-month-old.
Solving complex puzzles is more characteristic of cognitive development in older children.
Parallel play is more common in toddlers, not infants.
Correct Answer: B
Choice A reason:
Walking independently is a milestone typically achieved around 12 to 15 months.
Choice B reason:
This statement is correct. Rolling from back to stomach is an appropriate milestone for a 9-month-old.
Choice C reason:
Solving complex puzzles is more characteristic of cognitive development in older children.
Choice D reason:
Parallel play is more common in toddlers, not infants.