Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is caring for a 12-month-old toddler who is hospitalized and confined to a room with contact precautions in place.A nurse is caring for a 12-month-old toddler who is hospitalized and confined to a room with contact precautions in place. Which of the following toys should the nurse recommend in order to meet the developmental needs of the client?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Large building blocks. At 12 months, toddlers are in the sensorimotor stage and benefit from toys that promote physical exploration and fine motor skills. Large building blocks encourage hand-eye coordination, problem-solving, and creativity. Hanging crib toys (choice A) are more suitable for younger infants. Modeling clay (choice C) can be a choking hazard and not developmentally appropriate. Crayons and coloring books (choice D) are more suitable for older children who have developed better fine motor skills.