In Appraising the Growth and Development Potential of a Preterm

question 5

Multiple Choice

In appraising the growth and development potential of a preterm infant,the nurse should be cognizant of the information that is best described in which statement?

• A) Tell the parents that their child will not catch up until approximately age 10 years (for girls)to age 12 years (for boys).
• B) Correct for milestones,such as motor competencies and vocalizations,until the child is approximately 2 years of age.
• C) Know that the greatest catch-up period is between 9 and 15 months postconceptual age.
• D) Know that the length and breadth of the trunk is the first part of the infant to experience catch-up growth.

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