The parent of a 3-year-old child voices concerns about the child's potential developmental delays. The parent reports an older child reached milestones significantly ahead of the younger child
An assessment reveals the child is able to assist with dressing and can play catch. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate? 1. "Your child appears to be on target with the expected milestones for age."
2. "Your older child may simply be smarter than your 3 year old."
3. "I would recommend extensive testing to determine the source of the delays."
4. "Have you spoken with the health care provider about these delays?"
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Rationale 1: The developmental tasks of the child are on track for age.
Rationale 2: Advising the parent one child is "smarter" than another is potentially damaging as well as inappropriate.
Rationale 3: Testing is not warranted at this time, the child is within the norms of development.
Rationale 4: There are not evident delays to review with the healthcare provider.
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