39 Questions
At what age does the tonic neck/fencing reflex typically disappear?
6-8 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?
Moro/startle reflex
What happens when the sole of a baby's foot is firmly stroked with the Babinski reflex present?
Big toe bends towards the top of the foot
Which reflex is described by a baby extending one arm while bending the other next to their head when lying down?
Tonic neck/fencing reflex
When does the Moro/startle reflex typically disappear?
4-6 months
What is one characteristic of the Moro/startle reflex when it is triggered?
The baby throws back their head
Which reflex is demonstrated by the big toe bending back towards the top of the foot?
'Babinski' reflex
What action does a baby demonstrate when experiencing the tonic neck/fencing reflex?
'Fencing' arm posture
What is the main focus of the Formal Operational Stage in cognitive development?
Hypothetical and deductive reasoning
What is the approximate age when a child typically starts to speak in 3-4 word sentences?
3 years
In Erikson's Psychosocial Developmental Theory, what is the key conflict in the Toddler stage?
Autonomy vs. shame and doubt
At what age does a child typically start to use 'I,' 'me,' and 'you' in their speech?
3 years
How does the child demonstrate progress in the Toddler stage according to Erikson's theory?
By becoming more independent
What is a common milestone for language development by the age of 2 years?
Speaking in 2-3 sentences
What concept is central to Erikson's Preschool stage of psychosocial development?
Developing a conscience
When do children usually start conversing using 2-3 word sentences?
3 years
How does the child in the School Age stage demonstrate progress according to Erikson's theory?
By developing industry-related skills
What is a common capability of children by the age of 5 regarding their speech clarity?
Speaking clearly enough for strangers to understand
What change occurs in the child's thinking in the Formal Operational Stage of cognitive development?
No longer requires concrete objects for rational judgments
What is a typical language development milestone for children around 18 months of age?
$50 text messages by 18 months
How does the child's perception of consequences change during Erikson's Preschool stage?
Considers results of actions leading to possible outcomes
At what age do children typically start speaking in sentences of 5 or more words?
$5 for every spoken word at age 5
What is a key aspect of cognitive development during Erikson's School Age stage?
Emphasizing rule-following behavior
'Fear of dark' and 'magical thinking' are examples of:
Common childhood fears and behaviors
What is the recommended age range for toddlers?
1-3 years
Which milestone concern should raise red flags in infants?
Inability to focus on a caregiver's eyes
What is a common sign of lead poisoning in children?
Poor weight gain
What is a priority nursing implication for infants and families during hospitalization?
Addressing separation anxiety
What vital sign should be monitored in preschoolers?
Blood pressure
At what age should an infant have their first check-up after discharge?
72 hours
Which activity is a developmental milestone for infants?
Responding to loud noises
Why is it important to include the adolescent in the planning of care?
To relieve feelings of powerlessness and lack of control
Why is it recommended to cluster activities for hospitalized adolescents?
To balance structured activities with periods of free time
Why should physical assessments for children be conducted from least to most invasive?
To build trust with the child and reduce anxiety
What is the reason behind assessing intrusive, painful areas last during a pediatric physical assessment?
To make the child more comfortable throughout the assessment
Why are pediatric vital sign ranges age-specific?
To adjust for the physiological differences in children of different ages
Why does the text mention the technique for taking tympanic temperatures in infants and children under 3 years?
To highlight age-specific considerations in temperature assessment
Why is blood pressure not usually taken on children under 3 years?
As per policy on pediatric units
Why are pediatric physical assessments different from adult assessments?
Because children have anatomical and physiological differences compared to adults
Test your knowledge on pediatric nursing reflexes, including recognizing reflexes assessed during newborn assessments and understanding the age at which they should disappear. Learn about critical components like tonic neck reflex and its disappearance around 4-6 months.
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