During an assessment of a 6-month-old infant, a nurse collects baseline measurements by:
a. Placing a paper measuring tape around the lower ribs to determine the chest circumference.
b. Asking the parent how much the infant weighs.
c. Placing a measuring tape around the head just above the ears and eyebrows to determine head circumference.
d. Asking the parent to hold the infant upright under the arms while the nurse measures the length with a paper measuring tape.
ANS: C
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