Developmental milestones: Toddlers Flashcards
What age range defines a toddler?
1-3 years
How many minutes of physical activity should a toddler engage in per day?
At least 180 minutes of activity (running, jumping, playing) is recommended for toddlers.
How many calories should a toddler intake per day?
1,000 - 1,400
–Toddlers generally eat 4-6 smaller meals/snacks a day, instead of the adult 3 larger meals per day. This should be accommodated.
When should toddlers begin routine dental exams?
A toddler should be taken to the dentist when the first baby tooth erupts (or at least before 12 months old).
–after this, continue routine dental exams as needed, or at least every 6 months.
How much juice is okay for a toddler to have per day?
Limit toddler juice intake to a maximum of 4 ounces.
At what age can a toddler sit in a forward-facing car seat?
2 years old
–align safety strap with axilla
If sunscreen is used, when should it be applied and at what intervals should it be reapplied?
–apply sunscreen 30 mins before going outside
–reapply every two hours
–SPF 30 or higher
Cow’s milk should be limited to what volume in order to discourage iron deficiency anemia?
16-24 oz of cow’s milk per day is the limitation; more than this can discourage toddlers from eating foods that are high in iron.
Examples of iron-rich foods include:
–meats
–legumes (nuts and beans)
–tofu
–fortified cereals
When do you begin to measure blood pressure in the pediatric population?
3 years of age
What is the expected heart rate for a toddler?
80-140 bpm
What is the expected gross motor skillset for a 15-month-old toddler?
A 15-month-old should be able to take a few steps on their own.
What is the expected gross motor skillset for a 18-month-old toddler?
An 18-month-old should be able to walk independently and climb on/off furniture independently.
What is the expected gross motor skillset for a 24-month-old toddler?
A 2-year-old should be able to run, walk up and down stairs (with or without assistance), and kick a ball.
What is the expected gross motor skillset for a 30-month-old toddler?
A 30-month-old should be able to jump with both feet off the ground.
What is the expected gross motor skillset for a 36-month-old toddler?
A 36-month-old should be able to ride a tricycle.
What is the expected fine motor skillset for a 15-month-old toddler?
Clapping when excited and stacking small objects are expected skills for a 15-month-old.
What is the expected fine motor skillset for a 18-month-old toddler?
Scribbling, attempting to feed selves with silverware, drink from an open cup (with or without spilling)
What is the expected fine motor skillset for a 24-month-old toddler?
Appropriate use of gestures (waving as a greeting, blowing kisses, etc)
What is the expected fine motor skillset for a 30-month-old toddler?
Twisting objects (doorknobs, lids, etc) is expected at 30 months.
What is the expected fine motor skillset for a 36-month-old toddler?
Dressing selves independently is expected at 36 months.
What Erickson’s stage are toddlers in?
Autonomy vs. Shame
What happens in the Autonomy vs. Shame stage?
Curiosity, beginning to develop personality, learning from mistakes, expressing independence, emotional processing, self-exploration
Temper tantrums are common, “terrible twos”, EGOCENTRISM is evident
How do you parent a child in the Autonomy vs. Shame stage?
Give children choices whenever possible.
ex: “Do you want to wear the red shirt or the blue shirt?”
