Toddlers Common Issues - Injury And Health Care

Question 1

What is recommended during a well baby visit at 18 months old?

Answer 1

• development screening
• screening for parental morbidities (mental health, abuse, substance misuse, physical illness)
• info about community based early childhood development resources

Question 2

What makes children prone to injuries in terms of personality?

Answer 2

They’re negative, curious and mobile

Question 3

What is recommended for car seats?

Answer 3

Remain rear facing until height and weight limit reached

Safest to remain in car seat or booster seat until max weight and height is reached

Question 4

What are the most common car seat errors?

Answer 4

• chest clip not at armpit level
• seat not tightly secured to vehicle (moves more than 2.5 cm in any direction)
• harness not snug (more than one finger width fits between harness and child)

Question 5

What is work for toddlers?

Answer 5

Play

Question 6

What do children not understand when it comes to objects?

Answer 6

Do not understand that not everything is theirs and do not understand property rights

Question 7

What do parents need to consider when buying toys?

Answer 7

Age, skills and abilities of child