During the health history, the mother of a 4-month-old child tells the nurse she is concerned that her baby is not doing what he should be at this age. What is the nurse's best response?

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Asking the mother to share her specific concerns ("Tell me what concerns you.") is the best response as it directly addresses the mother's worries, encourages communication, and provides the nurse with specific information to assess the child's development more accurately.

During the Health History, the Mother of a 4-Month-Old Child