Ati: Development of infants (2 days to 1 yr) Flashcards

1
Q

How much birth weight is lost in the first few days of birth?

A

5-10% of total weight but it is regained withing 2 wks

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2
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How much weight is gained within the first 6 months for infants?

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5-7oz (150-210g) per month

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3
Q

In infants what are the key indicators of growth?

A

Crown to rump
Head to heel
Head & chest circumference

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4
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A new mother complains of little soft long hairs growing on infants back. Would you say that this is normal, what is this called?

A

Normal, Called Lanugo

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5
Q

What is molding?

A

Overlapping of the soft skull bones which allows fetal head to fit through birth canal, Fontanels are palpable

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6
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What are the expected reflexes in infants?

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Startling, suckling
Plantar & palmar grasp
Babinski, grasping, yawning, coughing

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7
Q

As a nurse what s the purpose of testing for presence of infant reflexes?

A

Identify neurological damage

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8
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What does the body position look like for a typical infant?

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Flexed at rest

Symmetrical movement of all 4 extremities

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9
Q

What does a typical sleep pattern look like for infants?

A

Reversed(vampire baby)

15 hrs of sleep per night

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10
Q

List the expected cognitive development for infants

A

Learn to respond to visual stimulation

Cry as form of communication & reflect their physiological & caring needs

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11
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You notice at 2 weeks after birth the infant starts to mimic your smile, what is this a sign of?

A

Normal Psychosocial development

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12
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Positive interactions of the infant & caregiver lead to what?

A

Attachment & nurturing

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13
Q

when does the posterior fontanel normally close?

A

2-3 months

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14
Q

When does the anterior fontanel normally close?

A

12-18 months

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15
Q

An older infant gains how much weight by 4-6 months?

A

2x birth weight

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16
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AN older infant gains how much weight by the end of the first year?

A

3x birth weight

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17
Q

In the first 6 months how tall does the infant grow per month?

A

1 inch per month

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18
Q

For the second half of the first year an infant grows how tall per month until the end of the first year?

A

0.5 in per month

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19
Q

An infants head circumference grows how much in the first 6 months?

A

0.5 inches

20
Q

An infants head circumference grows how much in the second half of the first year?

A

0.5 cm(0.2in) per month

21
Q

How much teeth erupt in an infant by the end of the first year?

A

6-8 teeth

22
Q

What can you use in a teething infant to alleviate the pain?

A

Cold teeth rings, OTC teething gels, & acetaminophen or ibuprofen

23
Q

How do you clean the teeth of a teething infant?

A

Use a cool wet & clean washcloth

24
Q

Why is it important to not give infants a bottle before bed or for a prolong period of time?

A

it can lead to dental carries: Bottle-mouth carries

25
Q

An infant recognizes the world & thinks in the form of what?

A

Symbols

26
Q

When does an infant develop object permanence? what does this mean?

A

9 mnths, this is a sign of developing memory

27
Q

You notice that your infant is touching tasting all kinds of objects & is also exploring their environment more, what does this mean?

A

The infant learned that they are separate from the environment & others

28
Q

How much words can an infant speak?

A

2-3 word phrases

29
Q

The infant can pronounce how much syllables?

A

1 syllable words

30
Q

An infant begins to respond to noises, & comprehend simple commands, what does this indicate?

A

Language development

31
Q

When does the infant develop separation anxiety?

A

4-8mnths

32
Q

When does the infant develop stranger fear?

A

6-8mnths

33
Q

Separation recognition is a result of what?

A

The infant recognizing that they are separate from env. leading to them responding to people around them

34
Q

What is the goal of Trust vs Mistrust?

A

Establish attachment through meeting infants needs with positive interaction

35
Q

When do infants distingui themselves from their parents?

A

By the end of the first year

36
Q

What are the Body image changes in infants?

A

Discover mouth produces pleasure
Play with hands & feet
Smiles

37
Q

What kind of play do infants engage in?

A

Solitary play

38
Q

What kind of toys can infants play with?

A

Those that stimulate the senses:

Rattles, teething toys, hand games, reading books

39
Q

What should parents screen their infants for?

A

Metabolic disorders: PKU & galactasemia

40
Q

During the first year what immunizations are giver to the infant?

A
Hep B
Diptheria
Tetanus
Pertussis
RotaVirus
Polio
Influenza
Pneumococcal pneumonia
41
Q

When can you start introducing solids to an infant?

A

around 4-6 mths

42
Q

When can a mother wean off from breast milk?

A

When the infant can drink from a cup

43
Q

What are some feeding alternatives?

A

Iron fortified formula, Never give cows milk before age 1 (insufficient nutrients)

44
Q

What foods must be avoided in the first 6 months?

A

ilk, eggs, wheat, citrus fruits, peanuts, & peanut butter

45
Q

What food can cause infant botulism if given under 12 months?

A

Honey