While Obtaining a History of a 3-Month Old Infant from the Mother,the

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Multiple Choice

While obtaining a history of a 3-month old infant from the mother,the nurse asks about the baby's ability to suck and grasp the mother's finger.What is the nurse assessing?

• A)Reflexes
• B)Intelligence
• C)Cranial nerves
• D)Cerebral cortex function

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Definitions:

Democratic Child-Rearing

A parenting style that encourages children to participate in decision making, fosters independence and responsibility, and emphasizes mutual respect.

Emotional Security

A state of feeling safe, stable, and free from fear or anxiety, often seen as essential for healthy psychological development.

Q-Sort Technique

The Q-Sort Technique is a method used in psychology to measure an individual's personality traits, attitudes, or beliefs, where subjects sort a set of statements in order from most to least characteristic of themselves.

Childhood Experiences

Early life events and interactions that significantly influence one's development and personality.