growth and development Flashcards
used to denote an increase in physical size
or a quantitative change
GROWTH
used to indicate an increase in skill or the
ability to function; a qualitative change
* can be measured by observing a child’s
ability to perform specific tasks
DEVELOPMENT
head-to-tail, direction, and reflect the physical development and maturation
of neuromuscular function.
Cephalocaudal
growth rate of neonate
most rapid (1st 28 days of life)
Near-to far, direction (midline to periphery). In the infant, shoulder Control
precedes mastery of the hands, the entire hand is used as a unit before the
fingers can be manipulated.
Proximodistal
development from simple operations to more complex activities and
functions.
differentiation
PRINCIPLES OF GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
Process that is continuous
Elevation of skills from gross to fine motor
Development from proximal to distal
It needs an optimum time for initiation of learning experiences
A must to proceed in an orderly sequence
To follow a predictable & definite pattern
Requires practice to learn behavior & skills
It is cephalocaudal
Can develop when neonatal reflexes disappear
Systems in the body don’t develop at the same rate
growth rate of toddler
Slow (1-3 y.o)
growth rate of presschooler
alternating
growth rate of schooler
slower
Weight: doubles by 5 or 6 months; triples by 1 year
infant
Teeth: erupt by 6 months; has 6-8 deciduous teeth by 1
year of age
infant
Weight: Gains 8 oz or more a month from 1 to 2 years;
Gains 3 to 5 lbs a year from 2 to 3 years of age
toddler
growth rate of adolescent
rapid
Height: increase of 1 ft by 1 year of age
infant
Height: grows 3-5 inches from 1-2 years of age; from 2-3
years, grows 2-2.5 inches per year
toddler
Teeth: has 20 deciduous teeth by 3 years
toddler
Weight: gains 3-5 lbs a year
preschool and school
Height: grows 1.5-2.5 inches a year
preschool and school
The nurse observes that during feeding the newborn looks at the mother’s face and holds
her finger. According to Piaget, these observations indicate the child is in which phase of
development
Sensorimotor
The nurse is caring for a toddler who has recently turned 2 years old. Of the following behav
iors by the toddler, which would indicate the toddler is attempting to become autonomous?
The toddler
walks alone around the room.
Oral Stage/ Phase nursing intervention
*Provide oral stimulation by giving pacifiers.
Anal Stage NI
Help children achieve bowel and bladder control undue emphasis on shame
phallic stage NI
Accept children’s sexual interest, such as fondling their own genitals, as a normal area of
exploration. Help parents answer child’s questions about birth or sexual differences.