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CCNS Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist

Category - Pediatrics

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Which of the following behaviors by a three-year-old patient supports a nursing diagnosis of delayed growth and development?
  1. Uses pointing when communicating
  2. Repeats and hesitates
  3. Stutters when speaking
  4. Does not link syllables together
  5. Sits down from a standing position
  6. Can push and pull toys
  7. Throws a ball overhead
  8. Walks holding onto furniture
Explanation
Answer - D - Behavior by a three-year-old patient that supports a nursing diagnosis of delayed growth and development is walking while holding onto furniture. Toddlers can walk alone at the age of twelve to thirteen months. The patient who needs support while ambulating is considered to have a delay in growth and development.
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