Growth & Development

Question 1

cephalocaudal growth

Answer 1

begins at the head and moves downward

Question 2

proximodistal growth

Answer 2

starts in the center (proximal) and proceeds to the periphery (distal)

Question 3

differentiation

Answer 3

simple to complex progression of achievement of developmental milestones; crawling before walking

Question 4

2–3-month fine motor milestone

Answer 4

eyes follow object to midline

Question 5

2-3-month gross motor milestone

Answer 5

supports upper body with arms when on their stomach

Question 6

6-8-month fine motor skills

Answer 6

bangs objects on table
transfers object from one hand to the other
Pincer Grasp

Question 7

6-8-month gross motor skill

Answer 7

sits unsupported

Question 8

1-year-old gross motor skills

Answer 8

pulls self up to stand
walks while holding furniture

Question 9

2-3-year-old fine motor skill

Answer 9

dresses self

Question 10

2-3-year-old gross motor skill

Answer 10

jumping

Question 11

4-5-year-old fine motor skills

Answer 11

uses safe scissors
ties shoes

Question 12

4-5-year-old gross motor skills

Answer 12

uses stairs independently
jumps on one foot

Question 13

infant weight ______ at 6 months and ______ at one year

Answer 13

doubles, triples

Question 14

safety for growing infant

Answer 14

never leave the infant alone in the bath

Question 15

car seat safety for infant

Answer 15

rear-facing, in the backseat

Question 16

toddler safety

Answer 16

avoid choking hazards like hot dogs, nuts, candy, and marshmallows

Question 17

this term is when the child knows the object exists even if not seen or heard

Answer 17

object permanences

Question 18

this stage of Erikson’s occurs from birth to 1 year, and is learned when needs are met by the caregiver

Answer 18

trust vs. mistrust

Question 19

this stage of Erikson’s occurs when toddlers become more independent

Answer 19

autonomy vs. shame/doubt

Question 20

this stage of Erikson’s is when preschoolers learn right from wrong

Answer 20

initiative vs. guilt

Question 21

this stage of Erikson’s is when school-age children begin rule-following

Answer 21

industry vs. inferiority

Question 22

this stage of Erikson’s is when adolescents rely on their appearance, peers, and cling to identity

Answer 22

identity vs. role confusion

Question 23

true or false: if toilet training is too rigid, the child can develop behaviors that are hypercritical or meticulous later in life

Answer 23

true

Question 24

true or false: play should be overlooked when a child is in the hospital

Answer 24

false; play is a diversional activity and a stress reducer, which allows children to act out fears and anxieties

Question 25

this age range commonly has separation anxiety and find comfort in familiar people rather than strangers

Answer 25

6-9 months

Question 26

being in the hospital can trigger separation anxiety for...

Answer 26

toddlers

Question 27

________ can fear body mutilations, the dark, being alone, and ghosts

Answer 27

preschoolers

Question 28

age-appropriate toys for toddlers

Answer 28

animals, building blocks, books, play-doh, tricycles, small cars/trains; pretend toys to play housekeeping (pots, pans, spoons, cups)