50 questions Flashcards
What is growth ?
An increase in size and mass
Three methods of measuring a child’s growth
-weight
-length and height
-head circumference
What document would a child’s growth be recorded in ?
Personal child health record
PCHR
Why might a social worker need to monitor a child’s growth ?
If there’s a concern about a child’s health
Why is it important to measure and monitor a child’s growth ?
To identify if the child is growing well or if there’s any concerns
What is development?
The gaining of skills and knowledge over time
What is meant by an “expected milestone ”
A stage or event a child should be able to do at a certain age
Give two examples of baby reflexes
-sucking reflex
-grasp reflex
What are gross motor skills ?
Movements that involve large movements and large muscles
- legs, arms,torso
What are fine motor skills ?
Movements that involve small movements and small muscles
-hands,fingers,toes
Around 6 months old, babies start babbling
What is babbling?
Sounds babies make before they can say actual words
Give an activity which develops a child’s memory from 0-18 months
-singing nursery rhymes
-peek-a-boo
-hiding toys
-shape sorter
Why does a child need perseverance when problem solving
To have a desire to never give up even in difficult situations
At what age do babies start to become wary of strangers ?
9 months
Around 15-18 months children may feel jealous for the first time
How might they show jealousy ?
-reacting strongly
-crying
-screaming
-trying to push the baby/child out of the way
-stamping their foot
-throwing things
-hurting themselves (throwing themselves on the floor)
Give one benefit of riding a sit on toy from 18 months - 3 years old
-develops gross motor skills
-increases strength in legs and torso
-improves balance
What type of grasp will an 18 months - 3 year old do to hold a crayon?
Palmer grasp
Give an activity that improves imagination between 18 months- 3 year old
-small world play
-listening to someone read
-play doh
At what age can children say 200 words and use them in context ?
2 years and 6 months
Why may a 2 year old have a “temper tantrum”
They struggle to communicate their feelings
They don’t get what they want, when they want
Give one physical activity that develops locomotor skills between 3-5 years old
-riding a tricycle
-skipping and hopping
-balancing on a line draw on the floor
What type of grip would a 3-5 year old use when holding a pen ?
-digital
-tripod
-dynamic
What does vocabulary mean ?
The range of words a person knows
Give an activity that encourages early writing for a 3-5 year old
-having different materials to draw and write on
-threading beads on a string
-finger painting
-playing with play doh
Give one reason why Hide and Seek improves social development between 3-5 years
-playing games with rules
-being graceful when winning and managing emotions when losing
-being patient
-resist cheating
-accepting others and taking turns
What task should a 4 year old be able to do independently ?
-brushing teeth
-using a fork to eat
-washing and drying hands and face
-putting on shoes
Define self-esteem
How a person feels about their skills and abilities
How can you tell a child has a high self-esteem between the ages 3-5 years old
-willingness to take part
-ability to make friends
-stable emotions
-takes pride in achievements and efforts
What may physically harm a baby during pregnancy ?
-drinking alcohol
-smoking
-taking recreational drugs
Jake is “premature” what does this mean ?
He was born before the expected date
-before 27 weeks
Give a negative impact of prematurity on a baby development
-poor muscle tone -smaller in height and weight than peers -delay in meeting milestones -hearing difficulty -sight problems -cerebral palsy -learning difficulties -more like to have ADHD
What is a congenital defect ?
A condition a child is born with
Give an example of a repeated short-term illness
-colds
-vomiting
-ear and eye infections
What is a chronic condition ?
A condition that is long lasting
Give one risk of obesity
- high blood pressure
-type 2 diabetes
-breathing difficulties
What are the five components of a healthy diet ?
-carbohydrates
-protein
-fats
-dairy
-vitamins and minerals
Why is exercise important for a child’s physical development between 3-5 years old ?
-improves coordination, balance, strength
-prevents childhood obesity
-teaches them to lead a healthy active lifestyle
-fresh air improves focus and concentration
-improves sleep levels
What are children more at risk of due to secondary smoking
-respiratory difficulties
-asthma
-some cancers
-ear and eye infections
What does “area of deprivation” mean
Areas where their are potential health risks due to poverty, unemployment and lack of financial investment
How can living in a small flat negatively impact a child’s growth and development ?
-may not be peaceful so affects sleep
-no garden/ less space may lead to accidents and delayed gross motor skills
-lack of sense of identity
-less room for friends to come over and socialise in the home
What does a stable home look like ?
-child has reliable routines
-fair rules and expectations
-parents prioritise child and their wellbeing
-children go to preschool or nursery
Give a negative effect of a poor home environment/parental conflict in a child’s development
-babies can have poor attachment to parents (0-18 months)
- appear withdrawn and unable to play/may show signs of distress
(18 months-3 years)
- act in an aggressive way, speak less, lack of interest in playing or learning (3-5 years )
What is the difference between prescription and recreational drugs ?
-prescription drugs are given by a professional to improve health and wellbeing
-recreational drugs are illegal and have no benefit for health
How can discrimination negatively impact a child’s development ?
-appear shy and withdrawn
-feels isolated from the people and community they live in
-difficulty forming relationships
-lack of identity
-poor self esteem
-less likely to joining in
How can parents ensure they create a close bond with their baby ?
-hold them soon after birth
-sharing feeding when possible
-holding and cuddling
-talking and spending time with them
-meeting their food, warmth,affection and cleanliness
How may a child respond to a new sibling/baby in the family ?
-want to be “babied” going back in development
-show jealousy
-temper tantrums
-being overprotective/ taking a caring role
Give a benefit of a child growing up in a family with a higher income
-afford necessities
-high quality education/ regular nursery visits
Why do some families have low income ?
-unemployment
-debt
-relationship breakdown or death of a partner
-victim of crime
-disability or illness
What is a food bank ?
A charity that provides food for free to people in need
What experiences would you expect a baby/ child to have before the age of 5 years old
-singing groups/ sensory classes
-indoor play areas
-parent-toddler groups
-sports clubs
Give a benefit of a child growing up in a family with high income (a positive amount of money)
-they can afford suitable clothing/footwear/quality housing/healthy food -high quality education/regular nursery visits
What experiences would you expect a baby/child to have before the age of 5 years
-singing groups/sensory classes -indoor play areas -parent-toddler groups -sports clubs
