For a child under age 2, which of these measurements should the nurse include in the child's assessment data?
a. height, weight, and chest circumference
b. length, weight, and circumferences of head, chest, and abdomen
c. length and weight only
d. circumferences of head, chest, and abdomen only
A
Typical measurements taken for the child under age 2 are length, weight, and head, chest, and abdominal circumference.
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