30 Questions
What is the concept called when an infant understands that an object still exists even when it is hidden?
Object permanence
What is the primary focus of Erikson's Phase 1 of psychosocial development?
Developing a sense of trust
What is the primary source of pleasure for infants during the Oral Stage?
Sucking and swallowing
What is the term for the fear of strangers that infants exhibit between 6 and 8 months old?
Stranger anxiety
What is the result of too much or too little frustration during Erikson's Phase 1?
Mistrust
What is the term for the anxiety that infants exhibit when they are separated from their primary caregivers?
Separation anxiety
What percentage of infants consume solid foods before 4 months old?
20%
What is the recommended age for introducing solid foods to infants?
4 to 6 months old
What is the recommended daily supplement of vitamin D for all infants?
400 IU
What is the primary concern about infant nutrition?
Inadequate feeding practices
What is the risk of iron deficiency in infants?
Iron-deficiency anemia
What is the most desirable complete diet for infants during the first 6 months?
Human milk
Why is iron supplementation recommended for exclusively breastfed infants after 4 months?
To prevent iron-deficiency anemia
What is the recommended way to administer liquid iron supplements?
With a dropper towards the back of the mouth
What is a potential side effect of iron supplements?
Transient constipation
Why should parents avoid giving their child a bottle of milk to bed?
To reduce the risk of caries in deciduous teeth
What is the recommended approach to weaning?
Gradually replacing one bottle or breastfeeding session at a time
What may happen to an infant's stools after taking iron supplements?
They will turn black or tarry green
At what age can an infant transfer objects from one hand to the other?
By 7 months old
What can an infant do by the end of their 1st year?
Speak a few simple words
What is true about an infant's language development at around 4 months old?
They start cooing and babbling
How do caregivers facilitate language development in infants?
By reading and singing softly
What can an infant do by 12 months old?
Put an object into a container and turn pages in a book
What can you determine about an infant by 9 months old?
If they are right or left handed
At what age can infants typically be introduced to finger foods like teething crackers, raw fruit, or vegetables?
6 to 7 months old
What is the approximate total daily sleep for a 2-month-old infant?
15 hours
Why are devices like play yards, strollers, and mobile walkers problematic for infants?
They restrict movement and prevent gross motor skill development
What is the recommended sequence of introducing solid foods to infants, with the exception of cereal?
Fruit, then vegetables, then meat
What is the primary goal of anticipatory guidance for parents from 1 to 6 months?
Teaching infant care and stimulating their environment
What should parents be prepared for between 6 to 12 months, according to anticipatory guidance?
Child's stranger anxiety
Learn about the key milestones in infant development, including physical and language development. Discover what to expect at 7, 9, and 12 months old. Understand how to encourage language development in infants.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
