Which Characteristics Are Expected During an Assessment of a Normal

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which characteristics are expected during an assessment of a normal toddler?

• A) Half of adult height achieved by age two, potbelly, and sway back
• B) Thirty-two erupted teeth by age 2, tripled birth weight by age 30 months
• C) Desire for autonomy coupled with sufficient judgment to ensure safety
• D) Head circumference greater than chest circumference, high frustration tolerance

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