A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a 6-month-old infant who has a cleft palate. Which area should the nurse consider when addressing the child's overall development?

A. Gross motor skill development is important for an infant’s overall development, but it is not the primary focus when caring for an infant with a cleft palate. Gross motor skills typically develop at a normal rate unless there are additional concerns. B. Fine motor skill development is also important, but for an infant with a cleft palate, the primary concern is related to communication and feeding difficulties. Fine motor development generally follows the same trajectory unless there are complicating factors. C. Speech and language acquisition is the most important area to focus on when planning care for an infant with a cleft palate. A cleft palate can significantly impact the infant’s ability to produce sounds and develop normal speech patterns. Early intervention and support from speech therapists are essential to address these issues. D. Cognitive development is vital for all infants, but cleft palate primarily affects speech and feeding, making speech and language acquisition the most immediate concern for overall development.