Asked by Samantha Dopson on Jul 04, 2024
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Which assessment finding leads the nurse to include the risk for delayed development nursing diagnosis in the care plan for an infant?
A) The baby's father works from home
B) The baby has three older sisters at home
C) The baby was born at only 30 weeks' gestation
D) The baby cannot tolerate formula that contains lactose
Delayed Development
A slower than expected progress in a child's physical, emotional, or intellectual growth.
Nursing Diagnosis
An assessment made by a clinician regarding the experiences or reactions of an individual, family, or community to real or possible health issues or life events.
Gestation
The period of development from the fertilization of the ovum to the birth of an organism, commonly used in reference to human pregnancy.
- Assess for developmental delays and formulate appropriate nursing interventions.
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Haley KernesJul 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Preterm birth is an important risk factor for delayed development in infants.The father's employment,older siblings,and need for lactose-free formula are not risk factors for delayed development.
Learning Objectives
- Assess for developmental delays and formulate appropriate nursing interventions.