By which age should the nurse expect that an infant will be able to pull to a standing position?
a. 5 to 6 months
b. 7 to 8 months
c. 11 to 12 months
d. 14 to 15 months
ANS: C
Most infants can pull themselves to a standing position at age 9 months. Infants who are not able to pull themselves to standing by age 11 to 12 months should be further evaluated for developmental dysplasia of the hip. At 6 months, infants have just obtained coordination of arms and legs. By age 8 months, infants can bear full weight on their legs.
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