Parents are asking the clinic nurse about an appropriate toy for their toddler. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?

a. "Your child would enjoy playing a board game."
b. "A toy your child can push or pull would help develop muscles."
c. "An action figure toy would be a good choice."
d. "A 25-piece puzzle would help your child develop recognition of shapes."


ANS: B
Toys should be appropriate for the child's age. A toddler would benefit from a toy he or she could push or pull. The child is too young for a board game, action figure, or 25-piece puzzle.

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