As the nurse assessing the infant’s growth and development, what specific parameters would you evaluate to determine the adequacy of weight gain and development in this 6-month-old infant ?

The Alvarado family brings their 6-month-old infant to the clinic for a routine check-up. Mrs. Alvarado reports that the baby has been feeding well and meeting developmental milestones. The infant is currently breastfed and has been gaining weight steadily. The family expresses concerns about the baby’s growth and development.

As the nurse assessing the infant’s growth and development, what specific parameters would you evaluate to determine the adequacy of weight gain and development in this 6-month-old infant ?

The Alvarado family brings their 6-month-old infant to the clinic for a routine check-up. Mrs. Alvarado reports that the baby has been feeding well and meeting developmental milestones. The infant is currently breastfed and has been gaining weight steadily. The family expresses concerns about the baby’s growth and development.