The nurse is observing a 24-month-old boy in a day care center. Which finding suggests delayed motor development?
A) The child has trouble undressing himself.
B) The child is unable to push a toy lawnmower.
C) The child is unable to unscrew a jar lid.
D) The child falls when he bends over.
Ans: B
Children with normal motor development are able to push toys with wheels at 24 months of age. He won't be ready to undress himself, unscrew a jar lid, or bend over without falling until about 36 months of age.
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