The nurse is testing an infant's visual acuity. By what age should the infant be able to fix on and follow a target?
A) 1 month
B) 1 to 2 months
C) 3 to 4 months
D) 6 months

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Visual fixation and following a target should be present by ages 3 to 4 months. One to 2 months is too young for this developmental milestone. If the infant is not able to fix and follow by 6 months, further ophthalmologic evaluation is needed.

The Nurse Is Testing an Infant's Visual Acuity