The Mother of a 5-Month-Old Child Is Concerned Because the Child

question 35

Multiple Choice

The mother of a 5-month-old child is concerned because the child cannot sit by himself.The nurse explains that sitting alone is not expected until the baby reaches what age?

• A)6 months
• B)7 months
• C)8 months
• D)9 months

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Definitions:

Thanatology

is the scientific study of death and the practices associated with it, including the study of the needs of the terminally ill and their families.

Hospice Care

A type of care designed to provide comfort and support to patients and their families during the final stages of a terminal illness.

Palliative Care

Specialized medical care focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of serious illnesses, aimed at improving quality of life.

Object Permanence

The understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen, heard, or touched, typically developing in infancy.