Which of These Behaviors Reported by a Parent of an 18-Month-Old

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of these behaviors reported by a parent of an 18-month-old toddler would the nurse report to the pediatrician as a cause for concern?

• A) The child has temper tantrums.
• B) The child feeds himself sloppily.
• C) The child walks by holding onto furniture.
• D) The child speaks in short sentences.

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Definitions:

Observable Behaviors

Observable behaviors refer to actions or responses of an individual that can be directly seen or measured.

Mental States

The various conditions of the mind, including thoughts, emotions, beliefs, intentions, and perceptions.

Neurological Reflexes

Involuntary and automatic responses of the body to certain stimuli, regulated by the nervous system, crucial for survival and basic functions.

Unconscious Drives

Deep-seated motivations or impulses within an individual's psyche that influence behaviors and thoughts without the individual's conscious awareness.