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wenmo

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Which statement indicates the mother of an 8-month-old understands infant sleep patterns?
 
  a. I put the baby in my bed until she falls asleep, then I put her in her crib.
  b. I let the baby skip an afternoon nap so that she will fall asleep earlier.
  c. I put the pacifier in the crib so that she can find it when she wakes up.
  d. I rock the baby back to sleep if she wakes up at night.

Question 2

What is the most appropriate activity to recommend to parents to promote sensorimotor stimulation for a 1-year-old?
 
  a. Ride a tricycle.
  b. Spend time in an infant swing.
  c. Play with push-pull toys.
  d. Read large picture books.



bobsmith

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The parent should assist the infant to develop self-soothing behaviors so that the infant can get back to sleep on her own.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Push-pull toys are appropriate to promote sensorimotor stimulation for a 1-year-old child.



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