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What is a characteristic of a child in the concrete operational stage according to Piaget?

  • Development of moral reasoning
  • Ability to think abstractly
  • Egocentrism in reasoning
  • Understanding principles of conservation (correct)
  • What significant developmental milestone is expected at 12 months of age in infants?

  • Ability to double body weight
  • Formation of a raking grasp
  • Development of the pincer grasp
  • Self-feeding with a spoon (correct)
  • In Kohlberg's moral development theory, what does the postconventional stage focus on?

  • Recognition of individual rights (correct)
  • Adherence to societal rules
  • Societal approval for actions
  • Acceptance of external authority
  • Which of the following vaccines is first administered at 12 months of age?

    <p>MMR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What indicates a possible developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in a newborn?

    <p>Asymmetrical skin folds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age is it crucial to assess for hip dysplasia?

    <p>Until 3 months of age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended positioning for a car seat for infants?

    <p>Facing backward in the back seat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected weight change for infants by 6 months and 1 year of age?

    <p>Doubles by 6 months, and triples by 1 year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the main cognitive development milestone in the preoperational stage according to Piaget?

    <p>Presence of animism and transductive reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of psychosocial development is emphasized by Erikson during the infancy stage?

    <p>Trust vs. Mistrust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase does a child exhibit a lack of conservation skills?

    <p>Preoperational stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is NOT associated with the sensorimotor stage of Piaget's cognitive development?

    <p>Development of abstract thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of reasoning might a child exhibit when they believe stepping on a crack can cause harm to their mother?

    <p>Transductive reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Erikson's psychosocial stages, how can caregivers help children during the infancy stage?

    <p>By allowing safe exploration of independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Piaget's cognitive development theory during the preoperational stage?

    <p>Engaging in imaginative play</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of children in the sensorimotor stage of development?

    <p>Understanding of symbolic thought</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which developmental stage do children typically first exhibit magical thinking, such as believing that inanimate objects have life-like properties?

    <p>Preoperational stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age is it expected for infants to start using a sippy cup instead of a bottle?

    <p>12 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cognitive development milestone is achieved in the formal operational stage according to Piaget?

    <p>Abstract reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of moral development involves adhering to rules for societal approval?

    <p>Conventional stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common behavior observed in children with autism?

    <p>Need for routine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of psychosocial development is highlighted during the school-age period by Erikson?

    <p>Industry vs Inferiority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key indicator of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in infants?

    <p>Shorter leg on the affected side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which food introduction guideline is recommended for infants under 12 months?

    <p>Offer one food at a time every 3-5 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an expected developmental milestone for a 3-year-old child?

    <p>Riding a tricycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of the concrete operational stage in Piaget's stages of cognitive development?

    <p>Understanding the concept of conservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common treatment for clubfoot in infants?

    <p>Boots and bar method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cognitive skill is lacking in children during the preoperational stage?

    <p>Conservation skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the infancy stage, which psychosocial conflict do infants experience according to Erikson?

    <p>Trust vs. Mistrust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about 'magical thinking' in the preoperational stage is true?

    <p>It allows children to create unrealistic scenarios.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cognitive development phenomenon involves children ascribing life-like qualities to inanimate objects?

    <p>Animism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What behavior is encouraged in preschoolers to promote psychosocial development according to Erikson?

    <p>Encouraging independent decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what stage do children show an understanding of object permanence?

    <p>Sensorimotor stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of reasoning might lead a child to believe that if they step on a crack, it could harm their mother?

    <p>Transductive reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is typically evident in children between 2 and 7 years old according to Piaget?

    <p>Magical thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which psychosocial conflict applies to children in the school-age stage according to Erikson?

    <p>Industry vs. Inferiority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept is NOT associated with the preoperational stage of Piaget's cognitive development?

    <p>Object permanence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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