Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse in a clinic is assessing a 7-month-old infant.A nurse in a clinic is assessing a 7-month-old infant. Which of the following indicates a need for further evaluation?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Uses a unidextrous grasp. At 7 months, infants typically start to develop a pincer grasp using thumb and forefinger. A unidextrous grasp could indicate delayed fine motor skills, which may warrant further evaluation for developmental delays.
A: Babbles one-syllable sounds - Appropriate for age.
C: Has a fear of strangers - Common at this age due to stranger anxiety.
D: Shows preferences towards foods - Normal as infants start exploring tastes.
A: Babbles one-syllable sounds - Appropriate for age.
C: Has a fear of strangers - Common at this age due to stranger anxiety.
D: Shows preferences towards foods - Normal as infants start exploring tastes.