The nurse is evaluating a 7-month-old infant's cognitive development. Which behaviors should the nurse anticipate evaluating? (Select all that apply.)
a. Imitates sounds
b. Shows interest in a mirror image
c. Comprehends simple commands
d. Actively searches for a hidden object
e. Attracts attention by methods other than crying
ANS: A, B, E
A 7-month-old infant is in the secondary circular reactions (4–8 months) stage of cognitive development. Behaviors in this stage include imitating sounds, showing interest in a mirror image, and attracting attention by methods other than crying. Comprehending simple commands and actively searching for a hidden object are behaviors seen in the coordination of secondary schemas (9–12 months).
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