Due to rapid neural growth, a child can begin to control the bowel and bladder sphincters by what age?
A)
12 months
B)
18 months
C)
2 years
D)
4 years
Ans:
C
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The cephalocaudal proximodistal principle is followed as myelinization of the cortex, brain stem, and spinal cord is completed. The spinal cord is usually completely myelinated by 2 years of age. At that time, control of anal and urethral sphincters and motor skills of locomotion can be achieved.
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