A Nurse Is Assessing Language Development in All the Infants

question 11

Multiple Choice

A nurse is assessing language development in all the infants presenting at the doctor's office for well-child visits. At which age range would the nurse expect a child to verbalize the words "dada" and "mama"?

• A) 3 and 5 months
• B) 6 and 8 months
• C) 9 and 12 months
• D) 13 and 18 months

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Definitions:

Law Of Effect

A principle of learning proposing that behaviors followed by positive outcomes are likely to be repeated, while those followed by negative outcomes are less likely to be repeated.

Reinforcement

The process of encouraging or establishing a pattern of behavior by offering rewards or consequences.

Learning Set

The ability to become increasingly effective in solving problems over time as one gains experience.

Rote Behavior

Actions performed mechanically or automatically, without thought or intention, often through memorization or repetition.