Growth and development Flashcards
1
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What is Growth?
A
An increase of measurable quantity, such as heigh and weight
2
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What is Development
A
The complex changes in skills and capabilities that an individual experience as they grow
3
Q
When will a baby’s head circumference be measured to check the size and growth of the brain?
A
At birth then between six to eight weeks.
4
Q
What is the expected growth of an infant?
A
- Rapid growth for the first 6 months
- Double weight by 4-5 months
- Triple weight by a year old
- Half their adult height by 2 years old
5
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Principles of Development
A
- From head to toe : head , body control : legs , feet.
-From inside out: larger muscles to smaller muscles. - Same sequence , but different ages
- Holistically, areas of development are dependent on and influence each other.
6
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What are the four areas of skill acquisition?
A
- Physical : Gross and Fine Motor Skills
- Social Development
- Emotional Development
- Intellectual Development and language skills
