DONE: Pediatric Developmental Stages Flashcards
13 years to 20 years?
Adolescent
Study Tip: begins with entry into the teen years. Mature cognitive thought, formation of identity, and influence of peers are important characteristics of adolescence.
Six years to 12 years?
School Age
Study Tip: begins with entry into a school system and is characterized by growing intellectual skills, physical ability, and independence.
One month to one year?
Infant
Study Tip: this includes infants or babies up to one year of age you require high level of care in daily activities.
Three years to five years?
Preschooler
Study Tip: The preschooler refines gross and fine motor ability and language skills and often participate in the preschool learning program.
First 28 days of life?
Neonate
One year to three years?
Toddler
Study Tip: Characterized by increased motor ability and independent behavior.