Week 7 BSN 346 Growth and Development of the Toddler
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Growth and Development of the Adolescent:
Summary
Adolescence is a time of rapid physical growth and cognitive
growth. Physical development during the adolescent years is
characterized by dramatic changes in size and appearance,
culminating in an "adult" appearance. Adolescents experience a
growth spurt that includes rapid increases in height and weight,
and primary and secondary sexual characteristics are acquired
through the influence of reproductive hormones in both males
and females. Nurses can provide anticipatory guidance regarding
expected changes by using a sexual maturity rating to help the
adolescent understand pubertal changes. Sexual maturity rating
provides a better gauge of physical development than age alone.
The cognitive growth that occurs during adolescence involves
moving from concrete reasoning to abstract reasoning, and
forming a sense of identity. Adolescents become egocentric and
may be emotion Correct Answer
Growth and Development of the Neonate and Infant:
Summary
During the first year of life, the infant's organs grow and mature
at a rapid rate, yet an infants' organ systems remain very
different from those of older children and adults. Weight gain
and muscle growth during infancy allow the infant to have
increased control of reflexes and increasingly coordinated
movement. Sensory capabilities, neuromuscular control,
perceptual skills, the quality and quantity of parental interaction,
and environmental stimulation all affect cognitive development
,during infancy. Infants develop language first by listening to
sounds of caregivers, then by realizing that certain sounds have
special meaning, and eventually by using simple words to
communicate. By the end of the first year, an infant's social,
cognitive, and motor skills have developed significantly, and
appropriate nursing care and teaching will ensure parents are
prepare Correct Answer
Growth and Development of the Preschool Child:
Summary
During the preschool years, physical growth is slower compared
to motor, cognitive, and language growth. Preschool children
gain a sense of initiative. The preschooler is busy learning how
to do things and takes great pride in new accomplishments. They
need opportunities to play with others to learn communication
skills and ways to get along with others. Preschool children will
learn to share and cooperate as they play in small groups, and
play is often imitative, dramatic, and creative. Preschoolers'
thinking is still magical and egocentric. They tend to understand
events only as those events affect them, believing that everyone
else has the same experience. Preschool children may be
overwhelmed by feelings of guilt if a loved one is injured or
becomes ill because they believe their thoughts are powerful
enough to cause events to happen. The nurse should encoura
Correct Answer
Growth and Development of the School-Aged Child:
Question 1 of 6
Which instructions by the nurse would be appropriate for the
school-age child who is active in sports?
"As long as it isn't hot, you can play."
, "Rest often and drink plenty of water."
"If you are sweating, then take a break."
"Stop playing sports when you feel tired." Correct Answer
"Rest often and drink plenty of water."
Resting and staying hydrated are important to prevent
dehydration and would be appropriate instruction for the school-
age child who is active in sports.
Question 1 of 15
A weight gain of 1.49 lb (0.68 kg) per month is expected from
birth until which month?
6 months
8 months
10 months
12 months Correct Answer 6 months
An infant is expected to gain 1.49 lb (0.68 kg) per month from
birth until 6 months.
Question 1 of 6
Which action by the nurse when caring for the preschool child is
appropriate, given preschoolers' level of independence?
Allowing the child to brush teeth alone
Hand-feeding the child during mealtimes and snacks
Explaining the entire procedure for ear tube surgery
Allowing the child to put on the exam gown by him- or herself
Correct Answer Allowing the child to put on the exam gown by
him- or herself
The nurse should allow the child to undress him-/herself to put
on the exam gown. Preschool children want to assert
independence and undressing without assistance is appropriate
given preschooler's level of independence.
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