human development/aging

Question 1

sequential changes in the function of the individual (a. qualitative or quantitative; b. influences by biologic determinants and biopsychosocial environmental experience

Answer 1

development

Question 2

age of the fetus/newborn, in weeks, from the first day of mother’s last normal period

Answer 2

gestational age

Question 3

age of a fetus in weeks since conception

Answer 3

conceptual age

Question 4

responds first to tactile stim
reflex development
innate tactile, proprioceptive, and vestibular reactions

Answer 4

prenatal period

Question 5

tactile, proprioceptive and vestibular input are critical from birth onward for the eventual development of body schemes
vestibular system, although fully developed at birth, continues to be refined and impacts on the infants arousal level
visual system develops ~ 10 inches from face.
auditory system is immature at birth and develops as the infant orients to voices and other sounds

Answer 5

neonatal period

Question 6

A. occurs in a cephalocaudal/proximal to distal direction
B. progresses from gross to fine
C. progresses from stability to controlled ability
D. occurs in a spiraling manner, with periods of equilibrium and disequilibrium

Answer 6

general principles of motor development

Question 7

0-2 age
child engages in play experiences through which he/she develops a body scheme
sensory integrative and motor skills are also developed as the child explores the properties and effects of actions on objects and people

Answer 7

exploratory play

Question 8

2-4
child engages in play experiences through which he/she formulates, tests, classifies, and refines ideas, feelings, and combined actions,
this form of play is associated with language development
objects that are manageable for the child in terms of symbolization, control, and mastery are preferred b the child.
child is mostly involved in parallel play with peers, and begins to become more cooperative over time.

Answer 8

symbolic play

Question 9

4-7
child engages in sensory, motor, cognitive, and social play experiences in which he/she refines relevant skills.
child explores combinations of actions on multiple objects.
child begins to master skills that promote performance of school and work related activities
child participates in cooperative peer groups

Answer 9

creative play

Question 10

child participates in play with rules, competition, social interaction, and opportunities for development of skills.
child begins to participate in cooperative peer groups with a growing interest in competition.
friends become important for validation of play items and performance, while parents assist and validate in the absence of peers.

Answer 10

games