18 Questions
What can help prevent and treat common sleep problems and night wakings experienced by young children?
Consistent bedtime routine
Which factor tends to increase aggressive behavior in preschoolers according to the text?
Gender
What is a risk factor that may predispose children to physical abuse?
Parental, child, and environmental characteristics
What is the chief psychosocial task of the preschooler according to Erikson?
Acquiring a sense of initiative
What is a common form of sexual abuse mentioned in the text?
Incest
Which behavior modeling does the text suggest tends to increase aggressive behavior in preschoolers?
Imitation of aggressive actions
In Piaget's theory, what type of thinking characterizes the preschool age?
Intuitive (or prelogical) thinking
What marks the beginning of the development of the superego in preschoolers?
Emergence of conscience
What is a recommended approach for preventing child maltreatment according to the text?
Encouraging parent-child bonding
At what stage do children in Kohlberg's theory move from a punishment and obedience orientation?
Naive instrumental orientation
What is one characteristic of young children's understanding of spirituality?
Influenced by their cognitive level
Which area of development includes further separation-individuation and more sophisticated language in preschoolers?
Social development
At what age do preschoolers typically enjoy associative play?
2 ½ to 3 years old
When do preschoolers typically develop imaginary companions?
Between ages 2 ½ and 3
What is one purpose served by imaginary companions according to the text?
To help children deal with loneliness
What areas of concern for parents are related to growth and development, according to the text?
Preschool and kindergarten experience
What should parents consider when selecting an early learning program according to the text?
Discipline policy, staff-to-student ratio, and environmental safety precautions
What are two rules that govern how parents should answer questions about sensitive issues according to the text?
Find out what the child knows and thinks, and be honest
Test your knowledge on the biologic and psychosocial development of preschoolers according to Perry's Maternal Child Nursing Care 7th Edition Chapter 33. Topics include physical milestones, psychosocial tasks according to Erikson, and development of the superego.
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