Two hospitalized pediatric clients are working on a puzzle together in the hospital playroom. Which type of play are the clients exhibiting?
1. Solitary play
2. Associative play
3. Parallel play
4. Cooperative play
4
Explanation:
1. Solitary play is when a child plays alone.
2. Associative play is characterized by children interacting in groups and participating in similar activities.
3. Parallel play is when two or more children play together, each engaging in his or her own activities.
4. Cooperative play is when children demonstrate the ability to cooperate with others and to play a part in order to contribute to a unified whole.
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