In Appraising the Growth and Development Potential of a Preterm

question 7

Multiple Choice

In appraising the growth and development potential of a preterm infant,nurses should:

• A)Tell parents their child won't catch up until about age 10 (girls) to 12 (boys).
• B)Correct for milestones such as motor competencies and vocalizations until the child is approximately 3 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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