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The nurse is assessing the dental status of an 18-month-old child. How many teeth should the nurse expect to examine?
A. 6
B. 8
C. 12
D. 16
Correct Answer: C
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
In general, children begin dentition around 6 months of age. During the first 2 years of life, a quick guide to the number of teeth a child should have is as follows: Subtract the number 6 from the number of months in the age of the child. In this example, the child is 18 months old, so the formula is 18 6 = 12. An 18-month-old child should have approximately 12 teeth.Health Promotion and Maintenance
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