The nurse observes a 10-month-old infant using her index finger ...

[Lisaclaire]

The nurse observes a 10-month-old infant using her index finger and thumb to pick up pieces of cereal. What does this behavior indicate the infant has developed?
 
  a. The pincer grasp
  b. A grasp reflex
  c. Prehension ability
  d. The parachute reflex

Question 2

The nurse discusses child-proofing the home for safety with the mother of a 9-month-old. Which statement made by the mother would indicate an unsafe behavior?
 
  a. I put covers on all of the electrical outlets.
  b. In the car, she rides in a front-facing car seat.
  c. There are locks on all of the cabinets in the house.
  d. I have a gate at the top and bottom of the stairs.

[juwms]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
By 1 year, the pincer-grasp coordination of index finger and thumb is well established.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
A rear-facing infant car seat should be used for infants younger than 1 year of age.

[Lisaclaire]

Gracias!

[mohan]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it