A nurse would expect the language development of an 18-month-old toddler to include which of the following? Select all that apply
a. Says 10 or more words
b. Verbalize toilet needs
c. Uses pronouns appropriately
d. Knows name of one color
e. Knows first and last name
f. Points to objects or body parts when asked
A, F
An 18-month-old toddler should be able to say 10 or more words and point to objects or body parts when asked. By 24-months-old the toddler should be able to verbalize toilet needs and know his first and last name. It is not until around 30 months of age that the toddler is able to use pronouns appropriately and know names of one color.
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