Pediatric Growth and Development

Question 1

How much weight (in oz.) does a neonate gain weekly for first 6 mos.?

Answer 1

5-7 oz.

Question 2

For neonate, which is larger, the head circumference or the torso circumference?

Answer 2

Head circumference

Question 3

Which reflex is the “startle reflex” (when making a loud noise or a sudden change in position).

Answer 3

Moro reflex

Question 4

Which reflex is touching the side of the mouth causes the infant to turn toward that side?

Answer 4

Rooting reflex

Question 5

Which reflex will have infant assume a “fencing position” when laid supine and head turned to one side?

Answer 5

Tonic neck reflex

Question 6

Which reflex will cause the hands and feet to grasp when stimulated?

Answer 6

Grasp reflex

Question 7

Which reflex will cause fanning of toes when the sole of the foot is stroked upwards?

Answer 7

Babinski reflex

Question 8

When should all (except Babinski reflex) be gone (Test question)

Answer 8

4 months

Question 9

True or False: Neonate Doubles birth weight by 5-6 months and Quadruples by 1 year?

Answer 9

False. Will Double by 5-6 months and Triples by 1 year.

Question 10

How much does the neonate increase length by 1 year?

Answer 10

50%

Question 11

When do the posterior and anterior fontanels close (they close at different times) (Test Question)

Answer 11

Posterior fontanel: 2-3 mos.

Anterior fontanel: 12-18 mos.

Question 12

When does the infant begin to crawl?

Answer 12

10 mos.

Question 13

When can an infant stand while holding furniture?

Answer 13

9 mos.

Question 14

When should an infant sit up without support?

Answer 14

8 mos.

Question 15

When should an infant walk well with one hand held?

Answer 15

12 mos.

Question 16

When should an infant desire to grasp?

Answer 16

3 mos.

Question 17

When should an infant demonstrate a pincer grasp (unrefined version)?

Answer 17

10 mos.

Question 18

What is the first solid food that should be introduced to an infant and when should it be introduced?

Answer 18

Rice Cereal, at 5-6 mos.

Question 19

How many new foods should be introduced each week to assess for allergies?

Answer 19

1 new food/week

Question 20

When should fruits or veggies be introduced? Which one should be introduced first and why?

Answer 20

Introduced at 6-8 mos.

Veggies should be introduced first, because may dislike veggies if given fruit first.

Question 21

When can honey be introduced to the diet?

Answer 21

1 year

Question 22

When can car seats be switched to forward-facing (*2 criteria)

Answer 22

2 years old AND 20 lbs.

Question 23

When does a toddler achieve 90% of adult-size brain growth?

Answer 23

2 years

Question 24

When should a toddler be able to jump in place?

Answer 24

18 mos.

Question 25

When should a toddler be able to run fairly well?

Answer 25

24 mos.

Question 26

When should a toddler be able to use a cup well?

Answer 26

15 mos.

Question 27

When should a toddler know his/her own name by?

Answer 27

12 mos.

Question 28

When should a toddler be able to follow simple directions by?

Answer 28

2 years.

Question 29

When should a toddler be able to put 2 words together? 3 words together?

Answer 29

2 words = 2 years

3 words = 3 years

Question 30

How much milk should we limit for toddlers to prevent iron-deficiency anemia?

Answer 30

32 oz/day

Question 31

True or False: Toddlers begin to be able to play make-believe and imitate adults?

Answer 31

True

Question 32

True or false: Toddlers prefer new stories?

Answer 32

False, toddlers prefer Repetitive stories

Question 33

How much weight should preschool age (3-6 years) children gain yearly?

Answer 33

4-5 lbs/year

Question 34

How much height should a preschool age (3-6 years) child gain yearly?

Answer 34

2-3 inches/year

Question 35

When should a child be able to skip and hop on 1 foot?

Answer 35

4 years

Question 36

When should a child be able to throw and catch a ball?

Answer 36

5 years

Question 37

What sort of play do preschool age (3-6 years) typically engage in?

Answer 37

Same-sex role play

Question 38

How much weight should a school-age (6-12 years) child gain yearly?

Answer 38

5 lbs/year

Question 39

How much height should a school-age (6-12 years) child gain yearly?

Answer 39

1-2 inches

Question 40

True or False: School-age (6-12 years) children are able to comprehend rules and rituals in games?

Answer 40

True. Enjoy team sports

Question 41

What is the adolescent weight gain (different between boys and girls)?

Answer 41

Girls: 15-55 lbs
Boys: 15-65 lbs

Question 42

What is the leading cause of death in adolescence?

Answer 42

Accidents

Question 43

For hospitalized toddlers, what is the greatest threat to psychological and emotional integrity?

Answer 43

Separation from parents

Question 44

True or False: Regression is normal for a hospitalized toddler?

Answer 44

True. May begin losing learned skills, such as toilet training.

Question 45

How many primary teeth should a toddler have?

Answer 45

All 20 primary teeth

Question 46

When does voluntary sphincter control begin?

Answer 46

18-24 mos.

Question 47

How do toddlers express “negativism”?

Answer 47

By saying “No!”

Question 48

How do toddlers reason what is bad and what is good?

Answer 48

Punishment = Bad

Not Punished = Good

Question 49

Which Erickson stage are toddlers experiencing?

Answer 49

Autonomy vs. Shame/Doubt