Age-Specific Flashcards
Reflexive behavior; respond to voice, face, and touch.
Neonates & Infants (0-1 year)
Keep infants warm; involve parents to reduce anxiety.
Neonates & Infants (0-1 year)
Hold infants when parents are absent.
Neonates & Infants (0-1 year)
Recognize separation anxiety at 9 months.
Neonates & Infants (0-1 year)
Limited communication; use short, simple instructions.
Toddlers (1-3 years)
Allow choices, when possible, to reduce resistance
Toddlers (1-3 years)
Use a friendly but firm approach; keep familiar objects nearby.
Toddlers (1-3 years)
Demonstrate instead of verbal instructions.
Toddlers (1-3 years)
Growing independence but fear loss of control
Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Give simple choices to promote cooperation.
Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Avoid negative phrasing (e.g., “This won’t hurt”).
Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Praise and reward good behavior.
Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Think logically; need clear, concrete explanations.
School Age (6-12 years)
Be honest about pain or discomfort.
School Age (6-12 years)
Use demonstrations or models to explain procedures.
School Age (6-12 years)
Use proper medical terminology and involve them in decisions
Adolescents (13-18 years)
Establish rapport by discussing hobbies and interests
Adolescents (13-18 years)
Think logically; need clear, concrete explanations.
Young Adults (19-30 years)
Be honest about pain or discomfort
Young Adults (19-30 years)
Use demonstrations or models to explain procedures
Young Adults (19-30 years)
Experiencing physical and cognitive changes.
Middle Adults (40-65 years)
Allow choices; be mindful of sensory impairments.
Middle Adults (40-65 years)
Avoid ageism; assess each patient individually
Late and Old Adults (65+ years)
Accommodate sensory deficits (hearing aids, glasses, lighting)
Late and Old Adults (65+ years)
Speak slowly, use low-pitched tones, and provide extra time.
Late and Old Adults (65+ years)
Ensure safety—assist with movement and avoid rushing them
Late and Old Adults (65+ years)
