Growth & Development Flashcards
1
Q
used to denote an increase in physical size
A
growth
2
Q
achieved through growth, maturation, & learning
A
development
3
Q
rates & patterns of growth are specific to
A
specific parts of the body
4
Q
what are the 2 growth patterns
A
cephalocaudal
proximodistal
5
Q
what 2 factors are the most important influences of growth & development
A
environment
genetics
6
Q
ages of the neonate
A
0-28 days
7
Q
ages of infancy
A
1-12 months
8
Q
ages of toddler
A
1-3 years
9
Q
ages of preschooler
A
3-6 years
10
Q
ages of school age
A
6-11 or 12
11
Q
ages of pre puberital
A
10-13 years
12
Q
ages of adolescent
A
12-18 years
