In a toddler, a good indication of spinal cord maturation and ultimate bowel control is:
A) use of flexor and extensor muscles.
B) the ability to walk.
C) parallel play.
D) preference for solid food over milk.
Ans: B
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Myelination of the sacral spinal cord segments, which control the anus, becomes complete between 12 and 18 months. When this occurs, toddlers can recognize that stool is present in the rectum. A good indicator of spinal cord maturation is the ability to walk independently. The transition to solid food far precedes bowel control.
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