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Which term refers to an increase in physical size of the whole body or any of its parts?
Which term refers to an increase in physical size of the whole body or any of its parts?
- Development
- Capacity
- Growth (correct)
- Maturation
What is the main difference between growth and development?
What is the main difference between growth and development?
- Development is only dependent on heredity, while growth is influenced by external factors.
- Growth involves qualitative changes, while development involves quantitative changes.
- Growth refers to physical changes, while development refers to changes in skills and capacity. (correct)
- Growth can be measured through observation, while development can be measured in Kg, pounds, meters, inches, etc.
Which factor plays a significant role in determining the level of maturation in children?
Which factor plays a significant role in determining the level of maturation in children?
- Social environment
- Child's heredity (correct)
- Parental influence
- Nutritional intake
How can parents enhance their child's development according to the text?
How can parents enhance their child's development according to the text?
What type of change does growth represent?
What type of change does growth represent?
Which of the following best defines 'maturation'?
Which of the following best defines 'maturation'?
Why is it important for nurses to understand growth and development?
Why is it important for nurses to understand growth and development?
'Changes in bodily proportions with age' best describes which term?
'Changes in bodily proportions with age' best describes which term?
'Progressive increase in skill and capacity of function' is characteristic of which concept?
'Progressive increase in skill and capacity of function' is characteristic of which concept?
'Increase in child’s competence and adaptability' specifically refers to which aspect?
'Increase in child’s competence and adaptability' specifically refers to which aspect?
According to the principles of Growth & Development, which direction does the development proceed in the Proximodistal pattern?
According to the principles of Growth & Development, which direction does the development proceed in the Proximodistal pattern?
What is the main aspect of development that occurs first in children, according to the Cephalocaudal principle?
What is the main aspect of development that occurs first in children, according to the Cephalocaudal principle?
What are factors affecting growth and development that are related to mothers during pregnancy?
What are factors affecting growth and development that are related to mothers during pregnancy?
Which stage of Growth & Development encompasses the period from 8-40 weeks of gestation?
Which stage of Growth & Development encompasses the period from 8-40 weeks of gestation?
What is the main type of development associated with reasoning and problem-solving skills in children?
What is the main type of development associated with reasoning and problem-solving skills in children?
In which stage of Growth & Development does a child typically start holding small objects like peas or cereals?
In which stage of Growth & Development does a child typically start holding small objects like peas or cereals?
What type of growth is associated with changes in height, weight, head circumference, and chest circumference?
What type of growth is associated with changes in height, weight, head circumference, and chest circumference?
