The nurse is preparing to assess a school-age child in the community clinic. Which action supports the 2020 National Health Goals for growth and development of children?

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Recognizing normal growth and development patterns of children helps to determine if children are following normal development and when referrals are needed. Nurses are the health care providers who interact with children and measure height and weight, which are used to recognize developmental delays. Helping with homework, talking about television, and identifying favorite subjects in school will not support the 2020 National Health Goals for growth and development of children.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Assess a School-Age Child in the Community