Asked by Allie Tangco on Jun 08, 2024
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During a well-baby checkup, a mother is concerned because her 2-month-old infant cannot hold her head up when she is pulled to a sitting position. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
A) "Head control is usually achieved by 4 months of age."
B) "You shouldn't be trying to pull your baby up like that until she is older."
C) "Head control should be achieved by this time."
D) "This inability indicates possible nerve damage to the neck muscles."
Nerve Damage
Injury or impairment to nerves that can result in loss of sensation, movement, or other functions.
Head Control
The ability to hold and move one's head in a stable and directed manner, a developmental milestone in infants.
Neck Muscles
A group of muscles in the neck area that support the head, assist in movement, and aid in functions such as swallowing and speaking.
- Utilize understanding of standard developmental benchmarks in evaluating pediatric patients.
- Execute suitable nursing actions in response to assessment outcomes.
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Learning Objectives
- Utilize understanding of standard developmental benchmarks in evaluating pediatric patients.
- Execute suitable nursing actions in response to assessment outcomes.
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