You are caring for a 4-month-old male patient who is reported to have vomited five times today.His parents describe no other associated symptoms or complaints.The patient is lying on the couch with a pacifier in his mouth,smiling at you.Developmentally,you would expect a patient of this age to be able to:

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At 4 months old, a typical developmental milestone is that infants begin to drool without swallowing. Sitting up without assistance usually occurs around 6-8 months old, saying the word "no" usually occurs around 10-12 months old, and attachment anxiety or fear of strangers usually occurs around 8 months old. Smiling is also a typical social and emotional milestone at 4 months old. Since the infant is smiling and there are no other concerning symptoms, the vomiting may be normal regurgitation or a minor gastrointestinal issue. However, it should still be monitored and reported to the healthcare provider.

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