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What should be done to promote safety while biking?

  • Use a mobile phone for navigation
  • Always wear bright clothing
  • Ride only during daylight hours
  • Teach tricycle and street safety (correct)

What should parents do to ensure window safety for toddlers?

  • Allow windows to be open without screens
  • Secure screens on all open windows (correct)
  • Keep windows open for fresh air
  • Teach children about open windows

Which of the following nutrients may be lacking in a vegetarian diet?

  • Vitamin C
  • Calcium (correct)
  • Iron
  • Vitamin K

What indicates a child is ready for toilet training?

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What is a recommended strategy for helping preschoolers manage their fear of the dark?

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What is a recommended practice to promote dental health in children?

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How can parents encourage independence in preschoolers concerning dressing?

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Which of the following is a sign of separation anxiety in toddlers?

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What is a recommended practice for storing hazardous items to ensure toddler safety?

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Which of the following is NOT a method to promote hygiene in preschoolers?

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What behavior might indicate anxiety or spasticity in children with cerebral palsy?

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What should be done to prevent poisoning in preschoolers?

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How can parents encourage creativity in preschoolers?

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What is a notable behavior of toddlers displaying negativism?

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What is an effective non-physical discipline technique for preschoolers?

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What is a suggested approach to limiting screen time for preschoolers?

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What does a child need to learn to delay gratification during potty training?

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What is the purpose of teaching swimming to preschoolers?

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What behavior might indicate that a toddler prefers certain routines?

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What should parents emphasize to promote self-esteem in children experiencing sibling rivalry?

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When is it recommended to start preparing a child for a new sibling?

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What should parents do to promote car safety for toddlers?

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What is an acceptable way to handle philosophical questions from preschoolers?

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What age-appropriate duration should a time-out last for preschoolers?

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What is a key characteristic of moral development at the age of 11?

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What cognitive ability is introduced during concrete operational thought?

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At what age do children typically enjoy privacy the most?

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What is a significant health concern among school-age children?

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What nutrition is particularly important for children during prepuberty?

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What is one of the primary causes of death in school-age children?

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What is a preferred snack for children after school?

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At what stage do children begin to mature socially and reconcile complex interactions?

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What is the maximum recommended daily milk intake for toddlers?

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At what age do toddlers typically begin to exhibit physiologic anorexia?

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What term describes a toddler's tendency to prefer single foods over mixtures?

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Which condition involves the knees angling inward during standing?

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Which type of thinking is often seen in early childhood and is based on intuitive feelings?

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What is commonly noted as a behavior during the self-feeding stage in toddlers?

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The 'Oedipus Complex' refers to which of the following?

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At what age are food jags, or preferences for certain foods, most likely to occur?

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What is an essential safety measure for parents to promote toddler safety regarding toxic substances?

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Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for promoting safety during toddler play?

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What should parents avoid using as a form of reward during mealtimes?

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At what age is it common for children to achieve nighttime bladder control?

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For effective toilet training, which of the following is primarily important?

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Which of these should be encouraged to improve fine motor skills in toddlers?

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What is a common parental concern during the toddler period?

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When should bowel training generally be completed in relation to bladder training?

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Flashcards

Secure Screens

Install screens on all open windows to prevent toddlers from falling out.

Supervision

Always watch toddlers closely when they're playing to ensure their safety.

Avoid Tablecloths

Don't use tablecloths, as toddlers can pull them and cause spills or burns.

Hot Surfaces

Teach toddlers about “hot” surfaces and the danger of burns.

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Store Matches Safely

Keep lighters and matches locked away in cabinets inaccessible to toddlers.

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Secure Electrical Outlets

Cover unused electrical outlets with safety plugs to prevent shocks.

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Continue Car Seat Use

Use an appropriate-sized car seat for toddlers, as they need extra safety.

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Lock Hazardous Items

Secure cabinets and drawers containing knives, firearms, and other harmful items.

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Fine Motor Skills in Toddlers

Toddlers develop fine motor skills by scribbling, putting small objects in containers, and holding a spoon.

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Toddler Language Development

Toddlers typically speak fluently with a vocabulary of 300 to 900 words. They know their full name and gender.

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Toilet Training

Toilet training is a major developmental milestone for toddlers and should begin when the child is ready.

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Street Safety for Toddlers

Teach toddlers to cross the street safely by holding a parent's hand.

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Supervision for Toddlers

Supervise toddlers during tricycle riding and outdoor play to prevent accidents.

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Avoiding Choking Hazards

Remove small objects that toddlers could choke on, such as peanuts, carrots, celery, and hot dogs.

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Food as Rewards

Do not use food as a reward or punishment for toddlers.

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Toxic Substances Safety

Keep all toxic substances out of reach and secure medication caps to prevent poisoning.

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Encouraging Creativity

Reading aloud and answering children's questions helps develop their language skills.

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Handling Questions

It's okay to admit you don't know the answer to deep or philosophical questions asked by preschoolers.

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Preschool Discipline

Preschoolers have strong opinions, leading to conflicts. Use 'time-out' as a non-physical discipline technique, matching duration to their age.

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Teeth Grinding

Teeth grinding in children with cerebral palsy may be caused by anxiety or spasticity.

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Telling Tall Tales

Distinguish fact from fiction in children's stories without discouraging their imagination.

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Imaginary Friends

Imaginary friends are normal and can help children with language and expression development.

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Difficulty Sharing

Sharing takes practice and guidance. Help preschoolers understand ownership and take turns.

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Preparing for a New Sibling

Start preparing your child for a new sibling early on, before changes to their environment.

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Food Jags

A period where a toddler strongly prefers certain foods over others, often changing frequently.

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Physiologic Anorexia

A natural phase in toddlers where they become picky eaters, often refusing food due to their growing independence and changing needs.

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Endomorphic Body Build

A body type characterized by a larger build and rounder physique, common in toddlers.

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Genu Valgus

A condition where the knees angle inward when standing, often seen in toddlers, also known as "knock knees."

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Intuitional Thought

Thinking based on feelings and instincts rather than logical reasoning, common in early childhood, particularly in toddlers.

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Oedipus Complex

The emotional attachment of a young boy to his mother, often seen in preschoolers.

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Electra Complex

The emotional attachment of a young girl to her father, often seen in preschoolers.

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Milk Intake Limits

Toddlers should limit their milk intake to no more than 1 quart (1 liter) per day, as solid foods become more important.

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What are some precautions for promoting preschooler's development?

Preschoolers should be allowed to choose their clothes, dress themselves, and even if they mismatched. Supervise handwashing, bathing, clean fingernails, and ears. Encourage active play, limit screen time, and encourage structured games. Be careful about overprotecting the child from illness, which may hinder independence.

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What are some common fears in preschoolers?

Fear of the dark is common and using a night light and avoiding scary stories can help. Fear of mutilation can be calmed by explaining procedures and providing distractions. Fear of separation can be eased by preparing the child for time apart.

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What are some measures to prevent unintentional injury?

Teach tricycle and street safety, always use helmets when biking. Supervise at playgrounds and remove drawstrings from clothing. Teach swimming, avoid stray animals, and supervise pets. Keep medications out of reach, store substances safely, and teach about poisons.

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How can you prevent poisoning in preschoolers?

It's important to keep medications out of reach, store substances in child-proof containers, and teach about the dangers of poisons.

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What are some important aspects of preschooler hygiene?

Supervise handwashing and bathing regularly. Teach them how to clean their fingernails and ears.

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What are some considerations for vegetarian diets in preschoolers?

While appealing, vegetarian diets might lack calcium, vitamin B12, and vitamin D. Supplements may be needed.

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What are some safety measures for car and bicycle use?

Teach tricycle and street safety. Always wear helmets for biking.

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What are some ways to prevent falls in preschoolers?

Always supervise children at playgrounds. Remove drawstrings from clothing to prevent choking hazards.

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Preconventional Reasoning

The stage of moral development where children focus on personal consequences of actions, judging right and wrong based on what brings rewards or avoids punishment.

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Decentering

The ability to consider multiple perspectives simultaneously, understanding that things can appear different from different viewpoints.

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What are some common health concerns in school-age children?

Headlice and ringworm are prevalent, while unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death and serious illness.

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Why is iron important for school-age children?

During prepuberty, children need more iron for growth and development, especially for red blood cells.

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What are some healthy snack choices for school-age children?

Fruit, cheese, milk, jello, salad, scrambled eggs, and sandwiches are good options.

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What are some ways to promote safety for school-age children?

Addressing common sources of unintentional injuries such as motor vehicles, bicycles, burns, falls, sports injuries, drowning, and drug or firearm misuse is essential.

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Why is calcium and fluoride important for school-age children?

Calcium and fluoride promote strong teeth and bones, which are vital for active growth during this stage.

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What are some ways to promote nutritional health for school-age children?

Encouraging healthy eating habits, providing nutritious snacks, and addressing specific nutritional needs like iron, calcium, and fluoride are key.

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Study Notes

Nursing Care of a Family with a Toddler

  • Age Span: 1 to 3 years
  • Developmental Transition: From immobile, preverbal infants to mobile, verbal children; increasing independence
  • Developmental Characteristics: Rigid, ritualistic, and stereotypic behaviors; strong "no" as a way to search for independence

Key Developmental Changes in Toddlers

  • Independence: Children develop autonomy, shifting from caregiver dependence to exploring the world with less assistance
  • Motor and Verbal Skills: Toddlers begin walking, talking, and interacting more with their surroundings
  • Exploratory Behavior: Children experiment with toys, aiding cognitive and physical development

Caregiver Role During Toddler Period

  • Support Growing Independence: Encourage safe exploration; create a "yes" environment in a play area at home

Nursing Assessment of a Toddler's Growth and Development

  • Weight: Gains 4-6 lbs (1.8-2.7 kg) yearly; birth weight quadruples by 2.5 years
  • Height: Grows about 5 inches per year by 2 years, approximately half expected adult height
  • Head Circumference: Increases only about 2 cm during the second year
  • Chest Circumference: By 2 years, chest circumference grows greater than head circumference
  • Body Contour: Prominent abdomen; lordosis (forward curve of spine)

Physiologic Status

  • Respiratory: Abdominal breathing; heart rate gradually slows, blood pressure rises
  • Cardiovascular: Heart rate slows, blood pressure rises
  • Digestive: Stomach acid increases, stomach capacity supports three meals daily
  • Urinary and Anal Control: Spinal cord myelination enables toilet training readiness
  • Immunity: IgG and IgM antibodies mature by age 2

Developmental Milestones

  • Slow and steady growth during the toddler years
  • Influenced by social contact and opportunities for exploration
  • Strongly influenced by individual readiness for new skills

Parental Concerns Associated with the Toddler Period

  • Toilet Training: Begins and ends according to the child's ability to accomplish it; bowel training typically completed before bladder training
  • Ritualistic Behavior: Stay calm and avoid giving in; offer comfort and alternative outlets for emotions
  • Signs of Readiness: Stays dry at least 2 hours (with regular bowel movements); can sit, walk, and squat, and can vocalize the need to urinate or defecate

Promoting Toddler Safety

  • Aspiration and Poisoning: Lock away toxic substances; ensure safety caps on medications
  • Falls: Keep crib rails up; use gates across stairways; supervise toddler at play
  • Burns: Avoid tablecloths, teach "hot" concept, secure electrical outlets and matches /lighters
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents: Secure car seats; maintain secure home storage of hazardous equipment

Developmental Milestones (ages 15-36 months)

  • Gross Motor: Walks alone, sits in a chair, creeps
  • Fine Motor: Scribbles, puts small pellets in bottles, holds a spoon.
  • Language: Uses 4-6 words, speaks in two-word sentences, names body parts, and uses 7–20 words.
  • Play: Stacks blocks, enjoys being read to, drops toys for retrieval (exploring permanence), parallel play.

Physiologic status (Infancy to 36 months)

  • Respiratory: Abdominal breathing
  • Cardiovascular: Gradual slowing of the heart rate
  • Digestive: Increase in stomach acid level, increase in stomach capacity
  • Urinary/Anal Control: Myelination of spinal cord improves toilet training readiness.
  • Immunity: Increase in antibodies (IgG and IgM)

Promoting Preschooler Safety

  • Independence vs. Supervision: 4 year olds may project independence but still need supervision
  • Medicine Imitation: Preschoolers may imitate taking medicine, ensure medicine is locked away
  • Gun Safety: Ensure any guns are unloaded and locked
  • Automobile Safety: Buckled and secure car seats
  • Stranger Danger: Teach children about strangers, who to contact for help

Preschool Period (Ages 3-5)

  • Physical Growth: Continued transition to a more childlike body; increased coordination, like bicycle riding, running, and kicking
  • Body Type: Ectomorphic (slim) or Endomorphic (larger) body types
  • Handedness: Becomes apparent

Language Development (3-5yrs)

  • Vocabulary: Increasing at about 900 words a day
  • Egocentrism: Perceive their needs as more important and define objects in relation to themselves ("what I eat with").
  • Discipline: Preschoolers have strong opinions, leading to conflict; guide them through these struggles while respecting their opinions
  • Time-Out: A non-physical discipline tool for preschoolers; the duration should match their age

Common Health Problems and Concerns of School-Age Children

  • Problems associated with language: Common articulation problems (substituting sounds, difficulty pronouncing specific consonants).
  • Sex education: Reproductive organ function and physiology of reproduction; secondary sexual characteristics; puberty timing and triggers; gender identity issues.
  • Aggression(Violence and Terrorism): Children viewing violence as the norm due to exposure in the media.
  • Bullying/Cyberbullying: Prevention and intervention strategies.
  • Drug/Alcohol use: Risks and dangers, particularly regarding peer pressure and substance abuse.

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Test your knowledge on various aspects of child safety and development including biking safety, toddler window safety, and health practices. This quiz covers important strategies for promoting independence and creativity in preschoolers, along with essential practices for nutrition and hygiene. Ensure you are well-informed on best practices for raising safe and healthy children.

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