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Redwolflake15 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

A parent asked the nurse, At what age are children capable of assuming more responsibility for personal belongings? What is the nurse's best response based on knowledge of growth and development?

a. 6 years
b. 7 years
c. 9 years
d. 12 years

Question 2

A 9-year-old boy is often cranky and irritable, and his school performance has declined. What is the most probable factor causing this behavior?

a. He sleeps only 6 to 7 hours a night.
b. He eats eggs every day.
c. He has a new dog.
d. He plays about 1 to 3 hours each evening.

Moriaki · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The 9-year-old is dependable and assumes more responsibility for personal belongings.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The 9-year-old child requires about 10 hours of sleep per night.