Infant Development Milestones Quiz
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At what age does an infant typically start to show the ability to sit without support?

  • 8 months (correct)
  • 4 months
  • 6 months
  • 12 months

    • What is the primary gross motor milestone expected around 2 months of age?

  • Creeps or crawls
  • Stands alone
  • Holds head up when prone (correct)
  • Sits with support

    • Which of the following activities indicates a motor development milestone at around 10 months?

  • Rolls over by self
  • Sits alone without support
  • Pulls self to standing (correct)
  • Begins to show ability to crawl

    • At which month do infants generally begin to crawl or creep with their abdomen off the floor?

    <p>9 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What developmental milestone is typically observed at 12 months of age?

    <p>Takes first steps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a typical gross motor skill development for infants by 3 months?

    <p>Turns back to front</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant social milestone for infants around 2 months of age?

    <p>Displays social smile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity is associated with gross motor development by 6 months of age?

    <p>Beginning to show ability to sit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age can an infant first lift their head momentarily in ventral suspension?

    <p>1 month</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What development indicates that an infant has acquired muscle control at 2 months?

    <p>Holding head in the same plane as the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which reflex develops in infants between 6-9 months and involves arm extension when lowered suddenly?

    <p>Parachute reflex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age can an infant begin to creep from a prone position?

    <p>9 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the milestone for standing at 10 months?

    <p>Pulling themselves up to a standing position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fine motor skill is noted at 1 month according to the developmental milestones?

    <p>Grasp reflex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change occurs in an infant's fine motor skills at 2 months?

    <p>Grasp reflex fades</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age can infants typically sit without support?

    <p>8 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reflex fades by 4 months as infants gain more control over their body?

    <p>Stepping reflex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a child be able to do by 12 months of age?

    <p>Walk without assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does an infant typically start to use a pincer grasp effectively?

    <p>10 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant fine motor skill development occurs around 6 months of age?

    <p>Moro reflex disappears</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical milestone for an infant at 12 months?

    <p>Begins to draw with a crayon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which reflex is expected to fade by 12 months?

    <p>Landau reflex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fine motor skill is included in a 10-month-old's development?

    <p>Uses a pincer grasp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does an infant typically begin to transfer toys from one hand to the other?

    <p>7 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following activities can a 9-month-old typically engage in?

    <p>Saying their first word</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the cephalocaudal principle in motor development imply?

    <p>Development progresses from head to toes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key socialization milestone for a 10-month-old?

    <p>Playing peek-a-boo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Around what age does random reaching for objects typically begin?

    <p>8 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended exclusive nutrition for infants from birth to 6 months?

    <p>Human milk exclusively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin supplement should be given to breastfed infants starting at 2 weeks of age?

    <p>Vitamin D</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is cow milk not recommended for infants under 1 year of age?

    <p>It can be difficult to digest and may cause intestinal irritation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age is it ideal to introduce solid foods to an infant?

    <p>At 6 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of fluoride supplementation at 6 months?

    <p>It helps prevent dental caries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What behavior indicates an infant is ready for complementary foods?

    <p>Bringing objects to their mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should diapers be changed for infants during the first few months?

    <p>Every 2-4 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended amount of sleep for infants aged 0-3 months?

    <p>14-16 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach for infants who suck their thumbs?

    <p>Ensure adequate sucking pleasure and ignore the behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does thumb sucking likely lead to malocclusion if it persists?

    <p>4 to 6 years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common behavioral sign to observe in infants that may indicate head banging?

    <p>Rhythmically banging their head.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended intervention for preventing constipation in bottle-fed infants?

    <p>Add more fluids or bulk foods to the diet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is identified by paroxysmal abdominal pain in infants?

    <p>Colic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended way to help an infant who is experiencing colic?

    <p>Burp the baby frequently during feedings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What common health issue is likely caused by putting an infant to bed with a bottle?

    <p>Ear infections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best preventive measure for skin irritation in infants?

    <p>Careful washing and exposing the skin to air.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of miliaria in infants?

    <p>Clusters of pinpoint rashes during hot weather.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common cause of seborrheic dermatitis in infants?

    <p>Poor hygiene.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a suitable intervention for babies with skin irritation from urine or fecal exposure?

    <p>Frequent diaper changes and exposing skin to air.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if an infant's anal sphincter is found to be tight?

    <p>Dilate with gloved finger 2-3 times daily.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key concern associated with baby-bottle syndrome?

    <p>Aspiration and tooth decay.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Infant Development

    • Infants from birth to 1 year experience rapid developmental milestones.
    • Gross Motor Development:
      • 0-1 months: Largely reflex actions
      • 2 months: Holds head up when prone (head control)
      • 3 months: Holds head and chest up when prone
      • 4 months: Turns back to front, no head lag; bears partial weight on feet
      • 5 months: Turns readily front to back and back to front
      • 6 months: Beginning to sit; first tooth (central incisor) erupts
      • 7 months: Reaches out to be picked up; sits alone but only when hands are held forward for balance
      • 8 months: Sits securely without support
      • 9 months: Creeps or crawls (abdomen off floor); sits steadily that they can lean forward & regain balance
      • 10 months: Pulls self to standing
      • 11 months: Cruises (walks with support)
      • 12 months: Stands alone, some take first step
    • Fine Motor Development:
      • 1 month: Strong grasp reflex, holds object tightly, difficult to extend fingers
      • 2 months: Grasp reflex fades, holds object for a few minutes and drops it. Hand held open
      • 3 months: Reaches for attractive objects in front of them, unpracticed grasping, easily misses object
      • 4 months: Brings hands together and pulls at their clothes; "thumb apposition" develops
      • 5 months: Accepts objects handed to them by grasping
      • 6 months: Holds object in both hands, drops one toy when a second one is offered; Moro, palmar grasp, and tonic neck reflexes disappear
        • Moro reflex beyond 6 months: Suspect neurological damage
      • 7 months: Transfers toy from one hand to another
      • 8 months: Random reaching for objects
      • 10 months: Ability to bring thumb and first finger together in a pincer grasp
      • 12 months: Holds a crayon well to draw a semi-straight line; holds cup and spoon to feed themselves
    • Socialization & Language:
      • 9 months: Says first word
      • 10 months: Uses pincer grasp; Plays games like peek-a-boo
      • 11 months: Cruising can be their main activity
      • 12 months: Says four words; Helps to dress (pushes arm to sleeves); Likes toys that fit inside each other (pots and pans); Enjoys nursery rhythms; Likes pull toys as soon as walking
    • Reflex Development:
      • 9 months: Needs safe space for creeping
      • 12 months: Landau reflex fades
    • Infant Nutrition:
      • Birth to 6 months: Provide human milk exclusively, breastfeeding
        • Vitamin D Supplement: Starting at age 2 weeks (bottle-fed infants do not need supplement)
      • 6 months to 1 year: Continue breastfeeding
        • Exclusively human milk-fed infants: Need fluoride and iron at 6 months (iron stores from mother last only 6 months)
      • 6 months: Ideal to introduce solid food
      • 7-9 months: Chewing movement begins, extrusion reflex fades
    • Signs Infant is Ready for Complementary Foods:
      • Ability to control head and neck
      • Sitting up alone or with support
      • Bringing objects to mouth
      • Trying to grasp small objects
      • Swallowing food rather than pushing it out
    • Health Promotion Activities:
      • Feeding: Age and developmentally appropriate
      • Bathing: Change frequently for infants, no need to bathe every day
      • Diaper Care: Change every 2-4 hours
      • Dental Care: Toothbrushing for infants 0-3 months: 14 hours of sleep, 2-3 hours of naps
      • Sleep: Infants (0-3 months): 14 hours of sleep, 2-3 hours of naps
      • Motor Development: Progresses through systemic motor development during the first year (reflects the cephalocaudal principle)
        • Ventral Suspension:
          • 1 Month: Lifts head momentarily and drops it again
          • 2 Months: Holds head in the same plane as the rest of the body (reflects muscle control)
          • 3 Months: Lifts and maintains head well above the plane of the rest of the body in ventral suspension
        • Landau Reflex: Develops at 3 months and lasts until 6 months of life
          • When held in ventral position, the head, legs, and spine extend
          • If unable to perform: Cerebral palsy, neuromuscular defect
        • Parachute Reflex: Develops at 6-9 months
          • Infant suddenly lowered, arm extends as if to protect themselves from falling
        • Prone Position:
          • 1 Month: Lifts head and turns easily to the sides; keeps knees tucked under abdomen
          • 2 Months: Raises head and maintains position but cannot raise chest
          • 3 Months: Lifts head and shoulders and looks around when prone; turns from a prone to a side-lying position
          • 4 Months: Lifts chest off the bed and looks around actively, turns the head side to side; "neck righting reflex" - extension of lifting chest, loses balance and rolls sideways when lifting head
          • 5 Months: Turns from back to front; able to rest weight on their forearm when prone
          • 6 Months: Raises chest and upper part of abdomen off the table
          • 9 Months: Creeps from the prone position
        • Sitting:
          • Newborn: Extreme head lag
          • 2 Months: Holds head steadily when sitting up
          • 4 Months: No head lag when pulled to a sitting position
          • 5 Months: Straightens their back when held in a sitting position
          • 7 Months: Sits alone only when hands are held forward for balance
          • 8 Months: Sits without support
          • 9 Months: Sits steadily so they can lean forward and regain balance
        • Standing:
          • NB to 1 Month: Stepping reflex present
          • 3 Months: Tries to support part of their weight on their feet
          • 4 Months: Able to support weight on legs, stepping reflex faded
          • 5 Months: Tonic neck and Moro reflexes fading
          • 6 Months: Supports weight when standing
          • 7 Months: Bounces with enjoyment
          • 9 Months: Can stand up
          • 10 Months: Pulls themselves up to standing position
          • 11 Months: Can cruise around the crib
          • 12 Months: Can stand alone and walk
            • Child has until 22 months of age to walk and be considered still normal

    Thumb Sucking

    • Thumb sucking is common and does not deform the jaw
    • When an infant has adequate sucking pleasure, thumb sucking can usually be ignored
    • The best approach is to be certain that the infant has adequate sucking pleasure and then ignore the thumb sucking

    Pacifier Use

    • Pacifiers can satisfy an infant's pleasure if they are not satisfied by breast or bottle feeding
    • The use of pacifiers reaches its peak between the ages of 18 and 20 months
    • Pacifier use is most common when the child is hungry, sick, or tired
    • No need to restrain non-nutritive sucking of the fingers during infancy or early childhood, unless the habit continues into late preschool years
    • Malocclusion (misaligned teeth) may occur if thumb sucking persists past ages 4 to 6 years or when permanent teeth erupt
    • Pacifier use during infancy can increase the incidence of malocclusion

    Head Banging

    • Head banging is normal behavior, occurring starting in the second half of the first year of life and continuing through the preschool period
    • Head banging is often associated with naptime or bedtime, and can last for as long as 15 minutes
    • Head banging is a way for the child to relax or fall asleep
    • Head banging may also occur if a child is experiencing tension or discomfort
    • Pad the rails of a crib if the child bangs their head against the bars
    • Head banging can be a sign of autism spectrum disorder

    Constipation

    • Constipation is more common in bottle-fed infants
    • To treat constipation, add more fluids or carbohydrates/sugar
    • Add foods with bulk, such as fruits and vegetables
    • If the anal sphincter is tight, dilate 2-3 times a day with a gloved little finger

    Loose Stools

    • Loose stools can be a symptom of a fluid deficit
    • Treat the cause of loose stools
    • Oral rehydration is a common treatment for loose stools

    Colic

    • Colic is a type of paroxysmal (sudden) abdominal pain that occurs in infants under the age of 3 months
    • Colic symptoms include:
      • Red, flushed face
      • Clenched fists
      • A tense abdomen

    Causes of Colic

    • Overfeeding
    • Gas distention
    • Too much carbohydrates
    • Tense and unsure mother
    • Poorly developed sphincter

    Prevention of Colic

    • Feed on demand
    • Burp the baby twice during feeding
    • Feed in an upright position
    • Change milk formula, if needed
    • Reduce sugar content of formula
    • Position the baby on their right side after feeding
    • Burp the baby more frequently

    Spitting Up

    • Spitting up is a common occurrence in infants
    • Causes of spitting up:
      • Overfeeding
      • Lactose and fat intolerance
      • Gas distention
      • Too much carbohydrates
      • Tense and unsure mother
      • Poorly developed sphincter

    Skin Irritation

    • Skin irritation can be caused by poor hygiene
    • Skin irritation can also be caused by skin irritation from urine, feces, or detergents
    • Prevention of skin irritation includes the following:
      • Expose to air
      • Careful washing and rinsing the skin

    Miliaria (Prickly Heat)

    • Miliaria (prickly heat) is a rash that can occur in hot weather, when a baby is overdressed, or when a baby sleeps in an overheated room
    • Miliaria symptoms include:
    • Clusters of pinpoint, reddened papules (bumps)
    • Occasional vesicles (blisters) and pustules (pus-filled bumps)
    • Erythema (redness)
    • Bathe infant twice a day
    • Add a small amount of baking soda to the bath water
    • Reduce the amount of clothing
    • Lower the room temperature

    Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cradle Cap)

    • Seborrheic dermatitis (cradle cap) involves the sebaceous glands
    • Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition that often involves a crusty, scaly, or oily scalp
    • Seborrheic Dermatitis can be caused by poor hygiene
    • Apply mineral oil or Vaseline to the scalp at night
    • Give the baby a shampoo bath in the morning

    Baby-Bottle Syndrome

    • Baby-bottle syndrome occurs when an infant is put to bed with a bottle
    • Baby-bottle syndrome can cause the following health concerns:
      • Aspiration
      • Tooth decay
      • Ear infection
    • Never put an infant to bed with a bottle to reduce the risk of baby-bottle syndrome
    • Use a nipple with a smaller hole
    • Use diluted milk formula

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