Chapter 8: Health Promotion and Maintenance for the Toddler and Preschooler Flashcards
T/F
Growth is a primary way of evaluating the child’s nutritional status.
true
The sense of one’s body position and movement.
kinesthesia
By what year of age should the child have made a first visit to the dentist?
by 1 year of age
By what age should the toddler have a full set of 20 primary teeth?
by age 2
Primary set of 20 teeth that is complete by about 2 years of age and will be lost during childhood, beginning at about 6 years.
deciduous teeth
T/F
By the age of 6, young children have discontinued using pacifiers and thumb-sucking.
false; ages 2-4
Infant’s ability to maintain state and self-console (e.g., by sucking the fingers to stay calm instead of crying).
self-regulation
How many hours a night should a toddler sleep?
10-12 hours
How many hours of sleep should the preschooler get?
9 to 11 hours
Preschoolers need to begin developing relationships with other adults and children in order to adapt to the school setting at about _____ years of age.
5
What is the primary goal when establishing a relationship with the family in a healthcare setting?
a) To provide immediate medical treatment
b) To establish a partnership in the care of the child
c) To assess the family’s financial status
d) To determine the child’s educational needs
b) To establish a partnership in the care of the child
How should healthcare providers approach families who are new to the healthcare home?
a) By immediately starting medical procedures
b) By welcoming them warmly and expressing interest in them as individuals and parents
c) By instructing them on healthcare policies
d) By asking them to complete paperwork
b) By welcoming them warmly and expressing interest in them as individuals and parents
Rationale: Healthcare providers should approach families who are new to the healthcare home by welcoming them warmly and expressing interest in them as individuals and parents to establish positive rapport.
During a health supervision visit for a preschool child, what should be assessed?
a) The child’s social skills and motor activities
b) The child’s ability to solve math problems
c) The child’s reading skills
d) The child’s height and weight only
a) The child’s social skills and motor activities
What observations are made regarding parental discipline and interaction style during health supervision visits?
a) Whether the child follows complex instructions
b) If the parent responds to the child’s questions
c) The parent’s job status
d) The child’s favorite television show
b) If the parent responds to the child’s questions
Why is it important to observe if the child is alert and observant of the environment during health supervision visits?
a) To evaluate the child’s intelligence
b) To assess the child’s awareness and cognitive development
c) To determine the child’s favorite toys
d) To check if the child can recognize healthcare staff
b) To assess the child’s awareness and cognitive development
At what age is Body Mass Index (BMI) first calculated for a child?
a) At birth
b) At 6 months
c) At 1 year
d) At 2 years
d) At 2 years
What measurement is typically discontinued after the child reaches 2 years of age?
a) Weight
b) Length
c) Head circumference
d) Body Mass Index (BMI)
c) Head circumference
For a child under the 5th percentile for weight or BMI, which of the following actions should be taken?
a) Begin detailed recording of nutritional intake
b) Perform a detailed physical activity history
c) Monitor for infectious diseases
d) Assess cognitive development
a) Begin detailed recording of nutritional intake
Why are growth measurements crucial in evaluating a child’s health?
a) They help in diagnosing infectious diseases
b) They assess the child’s cognitive abilities
c) They provide clues about conditions such as endocrine, cardiac, or other disorders
d) They determine the child’s academic performance
c) They provide clues about conditions such as endocrine, cardiac, or other disorders
What approach should be taken when performing physical assessments on preschoolers?
a) Conduct intrusive procedures first
b) Ignore the child’s questions
c) Integrate techniques that make the examination playful and interactive
d) Avoid explaining the procedures to the child
c) Integrate techniques that make the examination playful and interactive
Why is good nutrition important during the toddler and preschool years?
a) It solely helps prevent tooth decay
b) It promotes normal growth patterns and prevents disorders such as anemia
c) It improves the child’s academic performance
d) It primarily focuses on reducing calorie intake
b) It promotes normal growth patterns and prevents disorders such as anemia
What should be the focus of questions for families with toddlers regarding nutrition?
a) The child’s academic performance
b) Introduction of foods and the child’s eating patterns
c) The family’s income level
d) The child’s physical activity
b) Introduction of foods and the child’s eating patterns
Rationale: For toddlers, questions should focus on the introduction of foods, the child’s eating patterns, and transition from breast or bottle to other liquids.
What should parents be encouraged to do when eating out to promote healthy nutrition for their children?
a) Order french fries and milkshakes regularly
b) Limit fast-food meals to no more than one or two weekly
c) Allow children to choose any food they want
d) Avoid eating out entirely
b) Limit fast-food meals to no more than one or two weekly
What health promotion concept encourages the consumption of five servings of fruits and vegetables daily?
a) “5 a week”
b) “5 a day”
c) “3 a day”
d) “2 a day”
b) “5 a day”
At what age do children typically gain more independence about food choices?
a) During infancy
b) During adolescence
c) During the toddler and preschool years
d) During adulthood
c) During the toddler and preschool years
What should parents be encouraged to find out when their child is in a childcare center?
a) The cost of childcare
b) The types of activities provided
c) The food provided for the child
d) The number of children in the center
c) The food provided for the child
What should be the focus of health maintenance activities related to nutrition for young children?
a) Disease and injury prevention
b) Academic success
c) Physical exercise
d) Financial budgeting
a) Disease and injury prevention
Rationale: Health maintenance activities related to nutrition for young children focus primarily on disease and injury prevention, such as ensuring safe feeding practices and limiting fruit juice intake to prevent dental caries and excessive caloric intake.
What is the minimum amount of unstructured physical activity recommended per day for toddlers and preschoolers by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE)?
a) 30 minutes
b) 60 minutes
c) 90 minutes
d) 120 minutes
b) 60 minutes
During toddler years, what is the main emphasis for encouraging motor development?
a) Academic learning
b) Developing reading skills
c) Engaging in sedentary activities
d) Providing experiences that encourage further motor development
d) Providing experiences that encourage further motor development
Why are physical activities important for preschoolers, including those with developmental disabilities?
a) To reduce academic workload
b) To improve social media skills
c) To enhance coordination and balance
d) To limit physical exertion
c) To enhance coordination and balance
What recommendation is given to limit sedentary behavior in children, according to NASPE?
a) No more than 60 minutes of sedentary behavior at one time
b) No more than 45 minutes of sedentary behavior at one time
c) No more than 30 minutes of sedentary behavior at one time
d) No more than 90 minutes of sedentary behavior at one time
a) No more than 60 minutes of sedentary behavior at one time
What role does the nurse play in promoting physical activity during health supervision visits?
a) Solely instruct parents on academic improvement
b) Focus only on the child’s diet
c) Partner with parents in planning activities and setting guidelines
d) Avoid discussing physical activity
c) Partner with parents in planning activities and setting guidelines
Which health promotion teaching should be imparted to parents regarding the benefits of physical activity?
a) It primarily improves academic performance
b) It limits social interactions
c) It focuses solely on weight loss
d) It promotes a healthy immune and cardiovascular system
d) It promotes a healthy immune and cardiovascular system