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Which of the following is a disease characterized by infants stopping growing?
Which of the following is a disease characterized by infants stopping growing?
In which region are members of Black, American Indian, and Hispanic households more likely to live in poverty according to the text?
In which region are members of Black, American Indian, and Hispanic households more likely to live in poverty according to the text?
What defines obesity in children according to the text?
What defines obesity in children according to the text?
Which disease is characterized by a child's stomach, limbs, and face swelling with water?
Which disease is characterized by a child's stomach, limbs, and face swelling with water?
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Which organization is listed as a source for information on child malnutrition estimates in the text?
Which organization is listed as a source for information on child malnutrition estimates in the text?
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What disorder is described as infants not growing due to a lack of stimulation and attention from parents?
What disorder is described as infants not growing due to a lack of stimulation and attention from parents?
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What do the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians recommend regarding breastfeeding?
What do the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians recommend regarding breastfeeding?
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What is a benefit of breast milk for infants?
What is a benefit of breast milk for infants?
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When is it recommended to start introducing solid foods to infants?
When is it recommended to start introducing solid foods to infants?
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What do some mothers in the United States choose to do regarding breastfeeding?
What do some mothers in the United States choose to do regarding breastfeeding?
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What is a characteristic of breast milk that may enhance cognitive growth?
What is a characteristic of breast milk that may enhance cognitive growth?
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What is the primary focus that parents should have regarding their baby's nutrition?
What is the primary focus that parents should have regarding their baby's nutrition?
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Why can infants discriminate their own name from other words by the age of 4 months?
Why can infants discriminate their own name from other words by the age of 4 months?
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How do infants differentiate their mother's voice from other voices?
How do infants differentiate their mother's voice from other voices?
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What is one way infants demonstrate sensitivity to taste?
What is one way infants demonstrate sensitivity to taste?
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How do infants react to bitter tastes according to the text?
How do infants react to bitter tastes according to the text?
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Why can some breastfed babies distinguish their mother's scent but not their father's based on odor?
Why can some breastfed babies distinguish their mother's scent but not their father's based on odor?
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What indicates that infants are born with the capacity to experience pain?
What indicates that infants are born with the capacity to experience pain?
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What is a potential long-term effect of exposure to pain in infancy?
What is a potential long-term effect of exposure to pain in infancy?
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Which sensory system is one of the most highly developed in a newborn according to the text?
Which sensory system is one of the most highly developed in a newborn according to the text?
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What is the function of affordances in the multimodal approach to perception?
What is the function of affordances in the multimodal approach to perception?
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How does gentle massage impact an infant's brain according to the text?
How does gentle massage impact an infant's brain according to the text?
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What is one way suggested to exercise an infant's body and senses?
What is one way suggested to exercise an infant's body and senses?
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Which reflex mentioned in the text requires touch sensitivity to operate?
Which reflex mentioned in the text requires touch sensitivity to operate?
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What role does touch play in social development according to the text?
What role does touch play in social development according to the text?
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Study Notes
Growth and Nutrition
- Failure to thrive is a disease characterized by infants stopping growing.
- Obesity in children is defined as a BMI above the 95th percentile for age and sex.
Poverty and Malnutrition
- Members of Black, American Indian, and Hispanic households are more likely to live in poverty, which increases the risk of malnutrition.
- UNICEF is listed as a source for information on child malnutrition estimates.
Disorders and Development
- Psychosocial dwarfism is a disorder characterized by infants not growing due to a lack of stimulation and attention from parents.
- Nephrotic syndrome is a disease characterized by a child's stomach, limbs, and face swelling with water.
Breastfeeding and Nutrition
- The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians recommend exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months.
- Breast milk has immunoglobulins that help protect infants from infections.
- Breast milk has fatty acids that enhance cognitive growth.
- Solid foods should be introduced to infants at around six months.
- Some mothers in the United States choose to breastfeed based on personal and cultural beliefs.
Infant Development and Perception
- Infants can discriminate their own name from other words by the age of four months.
- Infants differentiate their mother's voice from other voices based on the sound and rhythm of her voice.
- Infants demonstrate sensitivity to taste, and react to bitter tastes with a facial expression of disgust.
- Breastfed babies can distinguish their mother's scent but not their father's based on odor.
- Infants are born with the capacity to experience pain, and repeated exposure to pain can have long-term effects.
- The tactile system is one of the most highly developed sensory systems in newborns.
Sensory Development and Social Development
- Affordances in the multimodal approach to perception refer to the possibilities for action provided by the environment.
- Gentle massage can impact an infant's brain development and reduce stress.
- Exercising an infant's body and senses through activities like tummy time or sensory play can enhance development.
- The rooting reflex, which requires touch sensitivity, helps infants locate their mother's nipple for feeding.
- Touch plays a crucial role in social development, as it provides comfort, security, and emotional regulation.
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Test your knowledge on how infants are able to discriminate various sounds, including musical key changes, language-related sounds, and their mother's voice. Discover the milestones in sound localization and discrimination in infants!
