30 Questions
What physical characteristic do toddlers typically have according to the text?
Prominent chest circumference
Why do toddlers tend to have a forward curve of the spine in the sacral area?
Due to weak abdominal muscles
At what age is BMI screening typically completed for toddlers?
24 months
Which system mainly undergoes maturation in toddlers during this time period?
Respiratory system
What happens to the brain in toddlers by 2 years of age?
Brain develops to about 90% of its adult size
Why are toddlers more prone to walking with a wide stance?
For better balance
Why does the nurse provide patient education to Jason's father?
Due to potential concerns related to Jason's hip health.
What indicates that a toddler might have dislocated hips when walking?
A wide-spaced gait when walking.
Why does stomach capacity increasing allow a child to eat three meals a day?
Space available to accommodate more food.
What is a characteristic of typical toddler walking that the nurse should reaffirm with Jason's father?
Spreading the feet wide apart while walking.
When do all 20 deciduous teeth are generally present in toddlers?
By 2.5 to 3 years of age.
Why does complete myelination of the spinal cord enable toilet training?
By facilitating bladder and bowel control.
What does the inability of a 2-year-old to speak in two-word, noun-verb simple sentences imply?
Underdevelopment
Why are parents often worried when their child does not show language development by 2 years old?
Risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
What does the frequent use of the word 'no' by toddlers indicate?
Autonomy and development
Why does the text suggest that watching television is not beneficial for toddlers' language development?
Passivity and difficulty in linking language to action
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, what recommendation is made regarding television viewing for children under 2 years old?
Severely limit television viewing until at least 2 years old
How can parents best encourage language development in toddlers according to the text?
Naming objects and answering questions with simple and brief responses
What is a key aspect parents should understand about toilet training according to the text?
Toilet training varies based on each child's ability
Why might parents experience concerns during the toddler period according to the text?
As a result of a power struggle over autonomy
What does the text suggest about starting toilet training according to the child's ability?
Toilet training commencement should be based on a child's readiness
In what way does the text describe toddlers wanting to be carried or rocked?
As a temporary expression of babyish behavior
What role can a nurse play in helping parents manage toddler behaviors according to the text?
Offering an external perspective on issues related to autonomy
At what age does the text mention that toilet training is usually introduced?
During the toddler period
What is the recommended time limit for a child to remain on a potty chair?
10 minutes
Why is it important not to flush the toilet while the child is sitting on it?
2-year-old children may think they will be flushed away
What is the next step after a child has mastered defecation?
Including urination in the toilet training process
How should parents approach nighttime dryness in toddlers according to the text?
Change the child to training pants, explaining it is difficult to stay dry while sleeping
Why is it important not to equate 'good' with dryness and 'bad' with wetness in potty training?
It makes the child lose confidence
Why is it important to reintroduce training pants and attempt toilet training again when the child seems more ready?
To make the children understand the process better
Test your knowledge on the physical development milestones of toddlers, including chest circumference growth and body mass index screening at 24 months. Learn about how to calculate a child's BMI using the CDC website and understand the body contours of toddlers.
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