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What is the study of life span development

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the study of the stages of growth and development throughout a person’s life

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What are the stages of human development

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infant toddler preschooler school-age child adolescent early adult middle adult older adult

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What is the age range of a neonate

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birth to 1 month

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What is the age range of an infant

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1 month to 1 year

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What is the typical weight of a neonate

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6–8 pounds (3–3.5 kg)

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What is the average weight gain of an infant per day

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1 oz (30 g)

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When do the fontanelles close

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posterior by 3 months and anterior by 9–18 months

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What is the moro reflex

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when a startled infant throws out arms and spreads fingers

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What is the palmar grasp

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when an infant grabs something placed in their palm

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What is the rooting reflex

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when an infant turns their head toward a touch on the cheek

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What is the sucking reflex

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when an infant begins to suck when the lips are stroked

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What is the typical bonding process

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a sense of trust built through consistent caregiving

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What is secure attachment

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when an infant understands caregivers will respond to their needs

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What is separation anxiety

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fear of being apart from the caregiver (typically begins around 10–18 months)

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What is the age range of a toddler

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1–3 years

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What key physical changes happen in toddlerhood

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walking running toilet training and fine motor skills improve

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What is the age range of a preschooler

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3–6 years

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What developmental skills improve during preschool years

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language social interaction and motor coordination

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What is the age range of a school-age child

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6–12 years

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What are common developmental milestones of school-age children

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logical thinking self-concept and peer relationships

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What is the age range of adolescence

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12–18 years

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What physical changes occur during adolescence

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puberty hormonal changes and growth spurts

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What are common emotional developments in adolescents

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identity formation independence and mood swings

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What is the age range for early adults

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19–40 years

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What are major developmental tasks of early adulthood
career choice relationships and childbearing
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What is the age range of middle adulthood
41–60 years
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What are common characteristics of middle adulthood
vision decline onset of chronic conditions and caregiving roles
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What is the age range of older adults
61 years and older
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What happens to the cardiovascular system in older adults
decreased efficiency arteriosclerosis and reduced perfusion
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What happens to the respiratory system in older adults
less elasticity reduced air exchange and increased infection risk
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What happens to the renal system in older adults
reduced kidney function and fluid regulation
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What happens to the nervous system in older adults
slower reflexes and decreased sensory perception
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What is the psychosocial impact of aging (older age ranges)
loss of independence role changes coping with mortality
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What is life expectancy in the U.S. as of recent data
approximately 78–81 years
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How can age affect medication use
altered metabolism and excretion and an increased risk of side effects
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Why is communication important when treating older adults
hearing and cognitive decline may affect understanding
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What is the significance of understanding life span development for EMTs
helps in assessing treating and communicating with patients of different ages
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What is the normal pulse rate for a neonate (0–1 month)
90–180 beats per minute
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What is the normal respiratory rate for a neonate (0–1 month)
30–60 breaths per minute
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What is the normal systolic blood pressure for a neonate (0–1 month)
50–70 mm Hg
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What is the normal temperature for a neonate
98–100°F (36.7–37.8°C)
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What is the normal pulse rate for an infant (1 month–1 year)
100–160 beats per minute
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What is the normal respiratory rate for an infant
25–50 breaths per minute
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What is the normal systolic blood pressure for an infant
70–95 mm Hg
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What is the normal temperature for an infant
96.8–99.6°F (36–37.6°C)
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What is the normal pulse rate for a toddler (1–3 years)
90–150 beats per minute
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What is the normal respiratory rate for a toddler
20–30 breaths per minute
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What is the normal systolic blood pressure for a toddler
80–100 mm Hg
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What is the normal temperature for a toddler
96.8–99.6°F (36–37.6°C)
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What is the normal pulse rate for a preschooler (3–6 years)
80–140 beats per minute
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What is the normal respiratory rate for a preschooler
20–25 breaths per minute
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What is the normal systolic blood pressure for a preschooler
80–100 mm Hg
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What is the normal temperature for a preschooler
98.6°F (37°C)
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What is the normal pulse rate for a school-age child (6–12 years)
70–120 beats per minute
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What is the normal respiratory rate for a school-age child
15–20 breaths per minute
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What is the normal systolic blood pressure for a school-age child
80–110 mm Hg
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What is the normal temperature for a school-age child
98.6°F (37°C)
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What is the normal pulse rate for an adolescent (12–18 years)
60–100 beats per minute
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What is the normal respiratory rate for an adolescent
12–20 breaths per minute
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What is the normal systolic blood pressure for an adolescent
90–110 mm Hg
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What is the normal temperature for an adolescent
98.6°F (37°C)
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What is the normal pulse rate for an early adult (19–40 years)
60–100 beats per minute
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What is the normal respiratory rate for an early adult
12–20 breaths per minute
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What is the normal systolic blood pressure for an early adult
90–140 mm Hg
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What is the normal temperature for an early adult
98.6°F (37°C)
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What is the normal pulse rate for a middle adult (41–60 years)
60–100 beats per minute
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What is the normal respiratory rate for a middle adult
12–20 breaths per minute
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What is the normal systolic blood pressure for a middle adult
90–140 mm Hg
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What is the normal temperature for a middle adult
98.6°F (37°C)
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What is the normal pulse rate for an older adult (61+ years)
60–100 beats per minute
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What is the normal respiratory rate for an older adult
12–20 breaths per minute
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What is the normal systolic blood pressure for an older adult
90–140 mm Hg
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What is the normal temperature for an older adult
98.6°F (37°C)

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