C7 M2 Flashcards
Adolescence
Occurs from ages 12-18 years
Child abuse
Mistreatment or neglect of a child by a parents guardian, or caregiver
Child neglect
Failure by a child’s parents or other caregivers to meet the child’s basic needs for emotional, physiological, and physical development
Child sexual abuse
The use of a child for sexual purposes by an adult or adolescent. Exposing a child to any sexual activity or behaviour constitutes sexual abuse
Discipline
The system of rules that governs how we act
Failure to thrive
A delay in physical growth and weight gain, which can lead to delays in development and maturation l; usually caused by environmental and social factors
Latchkey children
Children who are left unsupervised after school because their parents or caregivers are away from home or at work
Late childhood
Occurs from ages 9-12 years
Menarche
The time when mensuration first begins
Middle childhood
Occurs from ages 6-8 years
Negative reinforcement
Encouraging a behaviour by penalizing the person when that behaviour is not demonstrated
Obesity
Excess fat accumulation that puts a persons health at risk
Positive reinforcement
Encouraging a behaviour by rewarding the desired behaviour after it is demonstrated
Preschool
Occurs from ages 3-5 years
Puberty
The period when reproductive organs begin to function and secondary sex characteristics appear
Punishment
A harsh response that occurs when a discipline rule is broken
Separation anxiety
A normal reaction in young children to the actual or prospective separation from a parent or care giver
Toddler
Occurs from ages 1-3 years
“Development” refers to changes in physiological and social function long. “Growth” refers to:
The fact that physical changes can be measured, and occur in a steady and orderly manner
The gait of a toddler is wide and unstable. By what age will the gait first resemble a mature walk?
3-6 years old
A 5yr old girl who is in hospital starts to wet the bed. Her mother tells you that the child has been toilet trained since age 3 the caregiver should understand that:
The child may be experiencing regression due to stress and anxiety
While you are helping to undress a small child for admission to hospital, she tells you that she always sleeps with her big sister and hates sleeping alone. What might the best practical solution to her problem while in hospital?
Talk to her about her fears and ask her parents to bring in a teddy bear or blanket to sleep with
When working with children, it is important that caregivers:
- explain what will happen in terms the child can understand
- document any unusual reactions
- never make a promise to a child that they cannot keep
- use dolls and puppets to explain procedures
When a baby does not gain weight or grow proportionally to the normal development/ growth charts he suffers from:
Failure to thrive
When an adolescent gets along well with his friends and the people he associates with, we might say he gets along well with is:
Peer group
Jackie’s mother has been having a difficult time with getting Jackie to keep her room clean and orderly, but today she finds her room totally in order. She rewards Jackie with a promise of a movie on Saturday. Jackie’s mother has used:
Positive reinforcement
Because Jackie managed to keep her room clean and tidy all week, Jackie has reached:
Target behaviour
As caregivers, we try to form relationships with our clients and remonstrate our integrity and sincerity and that allow the clients to have confidence in our ability to care for her. We are trying to establish a feeling of:
Trust
When reaching for the hot stove, a parent slaps a toddlers hand and pushes the child away. Discipline? Punishment?
Punishment- modifying behaviour through fear
When reaching for the hot stove, a parent says “ Hot, let’s move over the counter” and lifts the toddler away. Discipline? Punishment?
discipline- demonstrates choice has consequence and models appropriate behaviour
After abusing social media, for the first time, the parent takes the child’s device and locks it in a cupboard for 1 week. Discipline? Punishment?
Punishment- modification of behaviour through removal of what caused behaviour, may cause behaviour to return when item is returned
After abusing social media, for the first time; the parent takes the child’s device and sits down with the child discuss implications of actions and consequences for the actions. Discipline? Punishment?
Discipline- discussion of behaviour choice and consequences for actions
Which descriptions often represents a situation that would increase the risk of child abuse?
- single parent homes
- caring for a child with special needs
- crowded living conditions
Whats not a sign of child abuse?
Frequent crying and a generally demanding disposition
When documenting suspected abuse, you should:
Include the alleged abusers name, the victims name, and your suspicions
Which situation are signs or symptoms of child abuse:
Sudden behavioural changes
Accidents are the leading cause of death in toddlers. Which action would be seen as a safe practice?
Allow the toddler to cross the street alone once he knows the rules
Which you would not be safe for a toddler to play with in his crib?
marbles
It is important to show compassion for the family of a seriously ill child. Which action would not be an acceptable way for you to show the family that you care about their child and their situation?
Tell them stories of other families that had it a lot worse than they do
There are many ways to help a child who is ill. Which action not be helpful?
Tell him scary stories to take his mind off his illness
You are busy with a client when another care aid comes in the room and asks you questions about her own client. What would your best response be to this situation?
Tell her that you will speak with her in a few minutes in private
Which factor should not be a part of considering a child’s nutrition?
She should always be fed her whole meal even if she doesn’t want to eat
How might we determine whether a child has pain?
- the child will tell us
- the child’s behaviour may show us
- the vital signs may signify pain
- the child lies very still and quiet
Which action would not help a child deal with pain?
Tell the child “ big girls don’t cry”
Which statement about pain is incorrect?
Pain can cause an increased rate of healing
