Which assessment finding in a preschooler would suggest the need for further investigation?
a. The child is able to dress independently.
b. The child rides a tricycle.
c. The child has an imaginary friend.
d. The child has a 2-pound weight gain in 12 months.
D
Preschool children gain an average of 5 pounds a year. A gain of only 2 pounds is less than half of the expected weight gain and should be investigated. A preschool child should be able to dress independently and be able to ride a tricycle. Imaginary friends are common for preschoolers.
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