During a routine health examination, a parent expresses concern that their 15-month-old child is not yet walking independently. Based on knowledge of typical developmental patterns, how should the medical assistant BEST respond?
Recommend immediate referral to a pediatric orthopedic specialist to rule out any underlying conditions.
Reassure the parent that it is within the normal developmental range for a child to begin walking independently by 18 months of age.
Advise the parent that the child is showing signs of a developmental delay and needs intervention.
Suggest that the parent engage the child in structured walking practice sessions daily.
The medical assistant should reassure the parent by explaining that walking independently typically occurs by 18 months of age. It is normal for children to reach this milestone anytime between 9 and 18 months. Children develop at different rates, and the ability to walk independently can vary. The other options presented are less appropriate, as suggesting a developmental delay or referring to a specialist without other signs of delay might cause unnecessary alarm and doesn't reflect an understanding of typical developmental patterns. Recommending structured walking practice is not necessary at this stage unless there are indications of motor skill development issues, which the parent did not present.
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