Which Statement Made by a Mother Is Consistent with a Developmental

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which statement made by a mother is consistent with a developmental delay?

• A) "I have noticed that my 9-month-old infant responds consistently to the sound of his name."
• B) "I have noticed that my 12-month-old child does not get herself to a sitting position or pull to stand."
• C) "I am so happy when my 1 1/2-month-old infant smiles at me."
• D) "My 5-month-old infant is not rolling over in both directions yet."

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Definitions:

Dexterity

Skill and ease in using the hands or body; the coordination of fine or gross motor abilities.

Breast-Fed

Refers to infants who are fed breast milk, either directly from the breast or pumped, as opposed to being fed formula from a bottle.

Bottle-Fed

Referring to infants who receive nutrition from bottles rather than breastfeeding, involving formula or other substitutes.

Infants

Young children from birth to one year old, characterized by rapid physical and cognitive development.