Author Question: In terms of fine motor development, what should the 7-month-old infant be able to do? a. Transfer ... (Read 89 times)

xroflmao · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

In terms of fine motor development, what should the 7-month-old infant be able to do?

a. Transfer objects from one hand to the other.
b. Use thumb and index finger in crude pincer grasp.
c. Hold crayon and make a mark on paper.
d. Release cubes into a cup.

Question 2

A 3-month-old infant born at 38 weeks of gestation will hold a rattle if it is put in her hands, but she will not voluntarily grasp it. The nurse should interpret this as

a. Normal development
b. Significant developmental lag
c. Slightly delayed development as a result of prematurity
d. Suggestive of a neurologic disorder such as cerebral palsy

Ksh22 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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A By age 7 months, infants can transfer objects from one hand to the other,
crossing the midline.
B The crude pincer grasp is apparent at approximately age 9 months.
C The child can scribble spontaneously at age 15 months.
D At age 12 months, the child can release cubes into a cup.

Answer to Question 2

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A This is indicative of normal development. Reflexive grasping occurs during the
first 2 to 3 months and then gradually becomes voluntary.
B The infant is expected to be able to perform this task by age 3 months. If the
child's age is corrected because of being 2 weeks preterm, the child is at the
midpoint of the range for this developmental task.
C The infant is expected to be able to perform this task by age 3 months. If the
child's age is corrected because of being 2 weeks preterm, the child is at the
midpoint of the range for this developmental task.
D The child is age-appropriate. No evidence of neurologic dysfunction is present.