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Which factor is NOT mentioned as influencing prenatal risks?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as influencing prenatal risks?
- Maternal age (correct)
- Timing of exposure
- Number of teratogens
- Genetics
What is the primary role of sperm in fertilization?
What is the primary role of sperm in fertilization?
- To create teratogens
- To reach and fertilize the ovum (correct)
- To nurture the ovum
- To release hormones
Which condition is characterized by the body having too much glucose in the bloodstream during pregnancy?
Which condition is characterized by the body having too much glucose in the bloodstream during pregnancy?
- High Blood Pressure
- Teenage Pregnancy
- Gestational Diabetes (correct)
- Rh Disease
What signifies the Germinal stage of prenatal development?
What signifies the Germinal stage of prenatal development?
How many millions of sperm are typically released during ejaculation?
How many millions of sperm are typically released during ejaculation?
Which of the following is true about males concerning teratogen exposure?
Which of the following is true about males concerning teratogen exposure?
What happens to the antibody that attacks a zygote in Rh Disease?
What happens to the antibody that attacks a zygote in Rh Disease?
Which behavior is typically associated with teenage pregnancy?
Which behavior is typically associated with teenage pregnancy?
What is the primary purpose of the placenta during pregnancy?
What is the primary purpose of the placenta during pregnancy?
What are teratogens primarily associated with during pregnancy?
What are teratogens primarily associated with during pregnancy?
Which reflex is assessed during the APGAR test?
Which reflex is assessed during the APGAR test?
What is the primary focus of fine motor skills development in infants?
What is the primary focus of fine motor skills development in infants?
Which of the following can significantly impact fetal development?
Which of the following can significantly impact fetal development?
What marks the transition from embryonic to fetal stage in development?
What marks the transition from embryonic to fetal stage in development?
Which statement about gross motor skills development is true?
Which statement about gross motor skills development is true?
What is a primary function of the peripheral nervous system?
What is a primary function of the peripheral nervous system?
What is the primary purpose of UNICEF?
What is the primary purpose of UNICEF?
How many members does WHO have?
How many members does WHO have?
What are developmental tasks according to Havighurst?
What are developmental tasks according to Havighurst?
Which age group corresponds to early childhood according to Havighurst's theory?
Which age group corresponds to early childhood according to Havighurst's theory?
What type of influences can affect developmental tasks?
What type of influences can affect developmental tasks?
What does 'growth' refer to in the context of development?
What does 'growth' refer to in the context of development?
Which stage follows infancy in Havighurst's developmental stages?
Which stage follows infancy in Havighurst's developmental stages?
What does development represent in the context of human growth?
What does development represent in the context of human growth?
What is the cephalocaudal principle?
What is the cephalocaudal principle?
Which system carries sensory and motor information from the central nervous system?
Which system carries sensory and motor information from the central nervous system?
Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?
Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?
What role does the sympathetic system play in the autonomic nervous system?
What role does the sympathetic system play in the autonomic nervous system?
What aspect of the brain tends to change significantly during early years of life?
What aspect of the brain tends to change significantly during early years of life?
What is neuroplasticity primarily associated with?
What is neuroplasticity primarily associated with?
How many neurons approximately compose the human brain?
How many neurons approximately compose the human brain?
Which branch of the autonomic nervous system helps maintain normal body functions?
Which branch of the autonomic nervous system helps maintain normal body functions?
What is neuroplasticity primarily defined as?
What is neuroplasticity primarily defined as?
Which type of neuroplasticity allows the brain to move functions from damaged areas to undamaged areas?
Which type of neuroplasticity allows the brain to move functions from damaged areas to undamaged areas?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to improve neuroplasticity?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to improve neuroplasticity?
What does synaptic pruning refer to?
What does synaptic pruning refer to?
According to Gesell's Maturation Theory, children develop in:
According to Gesell's Maturation Theory, children develop in:
Which of the following is a factor that affects neuroplasticity?
Which of the following is a factor that affects neuroplasticity?
Which characteristic of neuroplasticity applies to individuals' varying brain responses to experiences?
Which characteristic of neuroplasticity applies to individuals' varying brain responses to experiences?
What is one of the major benefits of neuroplasticity?
What is one of the major benefits of neuroplasticity?
Study Notes
Key Organizations in Health and Education
- WHO: World Health Organization, founded on April 7, 1948, with 195 member states. Focuses on global public health.
- UNESCO: United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, established on November 16, 1945, emphasizes international cooperation in education and culture.
- UNICEF: United Nations Children's Fund, initially called United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund, created on December 11, 1946, to provide healthcare and emergency food to children and mothers.
Developmental Tasks
- Defined as tasks learned at specific life points, essential for achieving subsequent developmental tasks.
- Based on Havighurst’s theory encompassing six stages with associated tasks that must be fulfilled for successful development.
- Influenced by social, psychological, and biological factors.
Influences on Developmental Tasks
- Social Influences: Pressures from society and cultural expectations shape task accomplishment.
- Psychological Influences: Personal values and individual interests impact development.
- Biological Influences: Physical maturation constrains which tasks can be undertaken.
Growth vs Development
- Growth: Irreversible increase in physical size (quantity).
- Development: Improvement in internal qualities and capabilities (quality).
Stages in Havighurst’s Theory
- Infancy and early childhood (0-6 years)
- Later childhood (6-13 years)
- Adolescence (13-18 years)
Prenatal Development Factors
- Key risks include timing, amount of exposure to teratogens, and genetic factors.
- Teratogens include alcohol, tobacco, pollutants, and diseases.
Female and Male Biological Aspects
- Females are born with all ova and undergo menarche and menopause, releasing one ovum each month.
- Males start producing sperm at puberty, with approximately 250-300 million sperm released per ejaculation.
- Perinatal health factors impacting the embryo include maternal age and health conditions (e.g., gestational diabetes, high blood pressure).
Teratogens and Effects
- Teratogens can ingrain adverse effects on fetal development based on exposure types.
- Maternal factors strongly influence prenatal outcomes including age and lifestyle choices.
Neonatal Assessments
- APGAR test evaluates newborn's health at 1 and 5 minutes post-birth focusing on physical appearance, pulse, reflexes, activity, and respiration.
Motor Development
- Involves growth and strengthening of muscles enabling mobility and interaction with surroundings.
- Two categories: fine motor skills (small movements) and gross motor skills (larger movements).
Nervous System Overview
- The peripheral nervous system (PNS) facilitates communication between the brain, spinal cord, and the body, regulating voluntary and involuntary actions.
- PNS divisions: Somatic (voluntary control) and Autonomic (involuntary functions).
Neuroplasticity
- The brain's capacity to adapt and change in response to experiences throughout life.
- Enhancements can include recovery from injuries, learning new skills, and adapting to changes through enriched environments and practices.
Developmental Milestones
- Gesell's Maturation Theory suggests a standardized sequence of stages in child development while allowing for individual variation in timing.
- Characteristics of neuroplasticity emphasize the role of age and environmental factors in cognitive development.
Female Puberty
- Female puberty initiates ovum maturation, starting menstruation, significantly impacting reproductive health and conception chances.
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This quiz covers essential information about WHO and UNESCO, including their founding dates and key developmental tasks as outlined by Havighurst. Understand the significance of these organizations in global health and education.
