10 Questions
How is development best described?
Qualitative increase in the capacity to function
What is growth?
Quantitative increase in weight, height, and circumferential diameters
How can development be measured?
By observing the child’s ability to perform a specific task
What is the most important variable influencing a child's growth?
Nutrition
What are circumferential diameters in the context of growth?
Head, chest, and abdominal measurements
What represents the most important variable influencing a child’s growth?
Nutrition
When does growth start and end?
Starts at conception and ends around 18-21 years old
What is the qualitative increase in the capacity to function referred to as?
Development
Which of the following is considered a circumferential diameter in the context of growth?
Head
What is the primary nursing responsibility in relation to development?
Teach parents on how to care and interact with their children
Study Notes
Development and Growth
- Development is best described as a quantitative increase in size, structure, or function of an organism or part of an organism.
- Growth is referred to as an increase in size or mass, which is often measured by an increase in height, weight, or other physical characteristics.
- Development can be measured using various methods, including physical measurements, such as height and weight, and psychological assessments, such as cognitive and social skills evaluations.
Influencing Variables
- The most important variable influencing a child's growth is heredity, as it determines an individual's potential for growth and development.
Circumferential Diameters
- Circumferential diameters refer to the measurements of the circumference of body parts, such as the head, chest, or abdomen.
- Examples of circumferential diameters include head circumference, chest circumference, and abdominal circumference.
Developmental Timeline
- Growth starts from conception and continues until physical maturity, which is typically reached in late adolescence or early adulthood.
- The qualitative increase in the capacity to function is referred to as development.
Nursing Responsibility
- The primary nursing responsibility in relation to development is to provide a supportive and nurturing environment that promotes optimal growth and development.
Test your knowledge of growth and development, nursing process, health promotion, disease prevention, ethical scope and standards, and Filipino culture in relation to maternal and child care with this final exam coverage quiz for BSN 2nd year 1st semester.
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