The nurse is testing the sensory development of a toddler brought to the clinic for a well visit. Which of the following might alert the nurse to a potential problem with the child's sensory development?
A) The toddler places the nurse's stethoscope in his mouth.
B) The toddler's vision tests at 20/50 in both eyes.
C) The toddler does not respond to commands whispered in his ear.
D) The toddler's taste discrimination is not at adult levels yet.
C
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