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nevelica · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A 6-month-old is seen for a well-baby examination. On evaluation of the infant's developmental status, which of the following does the nurse expect that the child at this age will be able to do?

a. Assume a sitting position independently.
b. Pull self to a standing position.
c. Roll completely over.
d. Creep on all four extremities.

Question 2

A client states, I am so depressed. Which of the following interview questions will best elicit more information from the client?

a. How long have you felt this way?
b. Have you ever felt this sad before now?
c. What do you think is the cause of your feeling depressed?
d. When did you start having feelings of depression?

chereeb · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C

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A A 9-month-old infant is able to attain a sitting position independently.
B A 9-month-old infant is able to pull herself to a standing position.
C A 6-month-old infant is able to roll over; this milestone is usually met by 4 months of age.
D A 9-month-old infant is able to creep on all four extremities.

Answer to Question 2

C

Feedback
A How long have you felt this way? is a closed-ended question requiring only a yes or no response, and so provides minimal information regarding the client's condition.
B Have you ever felt this sad before? is a closed-ended question requiring only a yes or no response, and so provides minimal information regarding the client's condition.
C Open-ended questions elicit more in-depth information from clients. What do you think is the cause of your feeling depressed? is an open-ended question that encourages the client to express his or her own insight and personal stories regarding his or her condition.
D When did you start having feelings of depression is a closed-ended question requiring only a yes or no response and so provides minimal information regarding the client's condition.