A nurse is conducting a health promotion assessment for a family with a 9-month-old. Which of the following should be of most concern to the nurse?
a. The age of the house in which the family lives
b. Genetic diseases in the family
c. Driving practices in the family
d. Toilet training for the child
Answer: a. The age of the house in which the family lives
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