New parents ask if their 8-month-old baby is performing activities that are expected at this age.What should the nurse suggest to screen this baby's developmental level?

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The DDST-II is a tool specifically designed to assess the developmental level of infants and young children. It covers a range of areas including gross and fine motor skills, language and communication, and problem-solving abilities. It is recommended for use by healthcare professionals to screen children from birth to 6 years of age. The other options, growth and development charts from the CDC, assessment tools utilized by the state education department, and the Apgar scoring system, are not appropriate for assessing an 8-month-old's developmental level.

New Parents Ask If Their 8-Month-Old Baby Is Performing Activities