Which Developmental Characteristic Should a Nurse Identify as Typical of a Client

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which developmental characteristic should a nurse identify as typical of a client diagnosed with severe intellectual developmental disorder (IDD) ?

• A) The client can perform some self-care activities independently.
• B) The client has more advanced speech development.
• C) Other than possible coordination problems, the client's psychomotor skills are not affected.
• D) The client communicates wants and needs by "acting out" behaviors.

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