Physical Development
What is the definition of growth?
What is the main form of communication for infants?
Crying.
What is perception?
The ability to learn from sensory information
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
What toys are appropriate for infants?
Rattles, texture books, stacking toys, etc.
What are gross motor skills?
Large muscle groups like arms, legs, and back.
How does the emotional climate of the home affect babies?
Infants can pick up on the general emotions of the household, which can influence their behavior.
How do brains become organized?
Through experiences depending on heredity and environmental factors. (neural pathways)
What are tips for reducing the risk of SIDS?
Lay baby on their back, avoid smoking, and ensure a safe sleeping environment.
How can parents provide safe toys for children?
Ensure toys are clean, age-appropriate, and free of choking hazards.
When do babies start hearing noises?
In the womb.
Briefly explain Erikson's Trust vs Mistrust stage.
Explain Piaget's Sensorimotor Period.
It lasts from birth to 2 years; babies use senses to explore, developing object permanence around 10 months.
Which is generally recommended: bottle feeding or breastfeeding? Explain.
Breastfeeding is recommended for health benefits, but fed babies are most important.
What are some of the best ways to help infants learn?
Play with them.
What are two factors that indicate a baby has healthy physical development?
Increase in height and weight gain.
A condition where babies fail to grow properly; symptoms include weakened cry, faded smile, and withdrawal.
Name and explain two abilities babies learn through perception.
Remembering experiences and understanding cause and effect.
Explain the purpose of childhood vaccines.
Vaccines protect against diseases; pediatricians follow a vaccination schedule.
What are concepts?
General categories of objects and information.
Explain the "Near to Far" principle of development.
Muscles close to the body will develop before other muscles develop.
List several ways parents can build attachment with their children.
Caring for needs, reading, talking, making eye contact, skin-to-skin contact, etc.
What is the importance of play on development?
It helps with emotional control, social connections, and intellectual growth.
What should parents disclose if they do not want their child vaccinated?
They must inform childcare providers and healthcare staff for safety precautions.
How does play contribute to emotional and social development?