Terminology
Progressive increase in physical size
Growth
Autonomy vs shame and doubt
toddler
6 months
6 Months
The first primary teeth erupt at how many months old? Which ones are they?
6-8 months, upper medial incisor
Activity alongside another child or children.
Parallel play
infant
trust vs mistrust
A short and straight eustachian tube in children commonly cause what?
When is it ok for a child to start drinking whole milk?
1 year old
Children have all their teeth by what age?
2.5 years
Head to toe developmental pattern
Identity vs role confusion
Adolescence
What are the two most rapid periods of growth after birth?
Infancy and puberty
The first solid food introduced to infants is usually
Deciduous teeth are
Teeth that children will lose before their permanent teeth.
Central to peripheral developmental pattern
Proximodistal
Preschooler
Initiative vs guilt
How can physical illness affect a child's growth and development?
Developmental processes and stages may be delayed.
What are restrictive diets not recommended for infants and young children?
Fat and cholesterol are needed to the central nervous system development.
When should fluoride be introduced to care of teeth in children?
Around 6 months when first teeth have erupted.
Progressive increase in body function
Development
Industry vs inferiority
Why are infants susceptible to dehydration?
Kidney function is immature
High fiber foods, like in a vegetarian diet, can cause what?
Iron loss in stool resulting in anemia
What is a common cause of dental caries?
Putting child to sleep with a bottle.