UNIT 6: Normal Growth and Development Flashcards
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Are major markers of normal development
Developmental Milestones
What are the three stages of childhood
Early, middle and late
It refers to the quantitative changes in the physical size of body (measurable)
Growth
Height, weight, bone density, and dental structure are considered what?
A. Growth
B. Development
A. Growth
It refers to the qualitative changes such as increased skill or ability to function.
Development
This type of development is responsible for how well the child picks up small objects
Fine motor development
True or False. The development of human beings is a continuous process from conception until death.
True
It is a process of becoming fully grown and developed and involves both the physiological and behavioral aspects.
Maturation
Which is limited to a specific age, particularly adolescence?
A. Growth
B. Development
A. Growth
Which is a life-long process?
A. Growth
B. Development
B. Development
Development and growth are often used interchangeably. Growth refers to the quantitative aspect while development refers to the qualitative aspect of development. Age is an aspect of which of the two?
A. Growth
B. Development
A. Growth
Development is _________
A. stagnant
B. intermittent
C. continuous
C. continuous
Infant _____ birth weight and increases height by _____.
a. doubles; 25%
b. triples; 50%
c. quadruples; 75%
B. triples; 50%
Development is ______.
Gradual and sequential
The rate of development varies from person to person. True or False
True
The rate should be considered as a range and not a fixed point of accomplishment.
True
Development proceeds from a specific to a more general aspect of a human being. True or False
False
Most traits are correlated in development
True
Growth and development is not a product of heredity and environment
False
Growth and development is a product of what factors?
Heredity and Environment
Development is unpredictable. True or False
False
The development brings about both structural and functional changes.
True
There is a constant interaction between all factors of development. True or False
True
What are the Major factors influencing growth and development?
Heredity, Environment, sex/gender, hormones, exercise and health, nutrition, familial influence. geographical influences, socioeconomic status, learning and reinforcement