Which statements are true in regard to the physical assessment the nurse conducts for an infant and a toddler? Select all that apply
1. An infant client will have all clothing removed during the weight assessment.
2. A toddler client's assessment will include a length assessment instead of a height assessment.
3. An infant client will have a blood pressure assessment at each visit.
4. It is inappropriate to ask the toddler-age client if he or she can perform certain tasks.
5. It is appropriate to allow the toddler-age client to play with equipment prior to use.
1, 4
Explanation:
1. An infant client will have all clothing removed during the weight assessment.
2. The toddler-age client will be assessed for weight and height. Length is used when assessing an infant client.
3. Infant clients do not routinely have their blood pressure assessed. This will become a part of the assessment process at the age of 3 years.
4. The nurse would not ask the toddler-age client if they can perform certain tasks, as the answer will typically be "no."
5. Toddlers should not be allowed to play with equipment during the assessment process. It is appropriate to demonstrate the use of the instruments on the parent when assessing a toddler-age client.
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