Pediatric Nursing Reflexes Quiz
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At what age does the tonic neck/fencing reflex typically disappear?

  • 10-12 months
  • 6-8 months (correct)
  • 2-4 months
  • 14-16 months

Which reflex is characterized by the baby throwing back their head, extending their arms and legs, crying, and then pulling the arms and legs back in?

  • Babinski reflex
  • Grasp reflex
  • Moro/startle reflex (correct)
  • Rooting reflex

What happens when the sole of a baby's foot is firmly stroked with the Babinski reflex present?

  • Big toe bends away from the top of the foot
  • Big toe remains stationary
  • Other toes move towards the big toe
  • Big toe bends towards the top of the foot (correct)

Which reflex is described by a baby extending one arm while bending the other next to their head when lying down?

<p>Tonic neck/fencing reflex (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does the Moro/startle reflex typically disappear?

<p>4-6 months (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one characteristic of the Moro/startle reflex when it is triggered?

<p>The baby throws back their head (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which reflex is demonstrated by the big toe bending back towards the top of the foot?

<p>'Babinski' reflex (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action does a baby demonstrate when experiencing the tonic neck/fencing reflex?

<p>'Fencing' arm posture (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the Formal Operational Stage in cognitive development?

<p>Hypothetical and deductive reasoning (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate age when a child typically starts to speak in 3-4 word sentences?

<p>3 years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Erikson's Psychosocial Developmental Theory, what is the key conflict in the Toddler stage?

<p>Autonomy vs. shame and doubt (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age does a child typically start to use 'I,' 'me,' and 'you' in their speech?

<p>3 years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the child demonstrate progress in the Toddler stage according to Erikson's theory?

<p>By becoming more independent (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common milestone for language development by the age of 2 years?

<p>Speaking in 2-3 sentences (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept is central to Erikson's Preschool stage of psychosocial development?

<p>Developing a conscience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do children usually start conversing using 2-3 word sentences?

<p>3 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the child in the School Age stage demonstrate progress according to Erikson's theory?

<p>By developing industry-related skills (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common capability of children by the age of 5 regarding their speech clarity?

<p>Speaking clearly enough for strangers to understand (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What change occurs in the child's thinking in the Formal Operational Stage of cognitive development?

<p>No longer requires concrete objects for rational judgments (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a typical language development milestone for children around 18 months of age?

<p>$50 text messages by 18 months (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the child's perception of consequences change during Erikson's Preschool stage?

<p>Considers results of actions leading to possible outcomes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age do children typically start speaking in sentences of 5 or more words?

<p>$5 for every spoken word at age 5 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of cognitive development during Erikson's School Age stage?

<p>Emphasizing rule-following behavior (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Fear of dark' and 'magical thinking' are examples of:

<p>Common childhood fears and behaviors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended age range for toddlers?

<p>1-3 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which milestone concern should raise red flags in infants?

<p>Inability to focus on a caregiver's eyes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common sign of lead poisoning in children?

<p>Poor weight gain (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a priority nursing implication for infants and families during hospitalization?

<p>Addressing separation anxiety (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What vital sign should be monitored in preschoolers?

<p>Blood pressure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age should an infant have their first check-up after discharge?

<p>72 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is a developmental milestone for infants?

<p>Responding to loud noises (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to include the adolescent in the planning of care?

<p>To relieve feelings of powerlessness and lack of control (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to cluster activities for hospitalized adolescents?

<p>To balance structured activities with periods of free time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should physical assessments for children be conducted from least to most invasive?

<p>To build trust with the child and reduce anxiety (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason behind assessing intrusive, painful areas last during a pediatric physical assessment?

<p>To make the child more comfortable throughout the assessment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are pediatric vital sign ranges age-specific?

<p>To adjust for the physiological differences in children of different ages (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text mention the technique for taking tympanic temperatures in infants and children under 3 years?

<p>To highlight age-specific considerations in temperature assessment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is blood pressure not usually taken on children under 3 years?

<p>As per policy on pediatric units (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are pediatric physical assessments different from adult assessments?

<p>Because children have anatomical and physiological differences compared to adults (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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