The nurse is interviewing the father of 10-month-old Megan. She ...

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The nurse is interviewing the father of 10-month-old Megan. She is playing on the floor when she notices an electrical outlet and reaches up to touch it. Her father says No firmly and removes her from near the outlet.
 
  The nurse should use this opportunity to teach the father that Megan:
  a. Is old enough to understand the word No.
  b. Is too young to understand the word No.
  c. Should already know that electrical outlets are dangerous.
  d. Will learn safety issues better if she is spanked.

Question 2

At which age can most infants sit steadily unsupported?
 
  a. 4 months c. 8 months
  b. 6 months d. 10 months

[kaillie]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
By age 10 months, children are able to associate meaning with words. The child should be old enough to understand the word No. The 10-month-old is too young to understand the purpose of an electrical outlet. The father is using both verbal and physical cues to teach safety measures and alert the child to dangerous situations. Physical discipline should be avoided.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Sitting erect without support is a developmental milestone usually achieved by 8 months. At age 4 months, an infant can sit with support. At age 6 months, the infant will maintain a sitting position if propped. By 10 months, the infant can maneuver from a prone to a sitting position.