During a Routine Pediatric Visit the Nurse Evaluates the Cognitive

question 13

Multiple Choice

During a routine pediatric visit the nurse evaluates the cognitive skills of a toddler. The nurse draws a circle on paper and places the crayon in the toddler's right hand. The toddler shifts the crayon to the left hand and draws a circle. Which advice does the nurse provide to the parent?

• A)Respect the toddler's preference of one hand over another.
• B)Watch the toddler's tendency to alternately use both hands.
• C)Reassure the parent that hand preference is not established until age 5 years.
• D)Gently insist drawing instruments be placed in the right hand.

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