Infant (0–12 Months)
TODDLER (1–3 Years)
PRESCHOOL (3–5 Years)
NCLEX SCENARIOS
Social Development of Adolescents
100

At what age does an infant develop a social smile and begin cooing?

2 months

100

At what age should a child walk independently?

15 months

100

At what age can a child pedal a tricycle?

3 years

100

A nurse assesses a 4-month-old with persistent head lag. What is the priority?

A. Reassure the parents

B. Continue routine care

C. Notify the provider for developmental evaluation

D. Teach tummy time only

C

100

What is Erikson's developmental stage for adolescents?

Identity vs. Role Confusion

200

This reflex disappears around 4 months, allowing infants to roll over.

Tonic neck (fencing) reflex

200

A toddler begins saying 2–3 word sentences at what age?

24 months (2 years)

200

A preschooler who copies a circle is most likely what age?

3 years

200

A 10-month-old cannot pick up Cheerios with two fingers. Which milestone is delayed?

Fine pincer grasp

200

What is the primary developmental task during adolescence?

Developing a personal identity.

300

At what age should an infant sit unsupported?

8 months

300

At what age does a child usually climb stairs and kick a ball?

18 months

300

At what age should a child hop on one foot?

4 years

300

A 2-year-old refuses to share toys. The nurse should explain this is expected because toddlers engage in:

A. Cooperative play

B. Solitary play

C. Parallel play

D. Associative play

C. Parallel play

300

Failure to successfully complete Erikson's stage of adolescence may result in what?

Role Confusion

400

At what age does an infant develop a fine pincer grasp?

10 months

400

A toddler stacks 6–7 blocks at what age?

30 months (2½ years)

400

By what age should speech be completely understandable?

5 years

400

A parent reports their 24-month-old says only "Mama" and "Dada." What should the nurse do first?

Refer for developmental evaluation (language delay).

400

Name three positive effects of healthy peer relationships.

  • Builds self-esteem
  • Develops social skills
  • Encourages independence
  • Provides emotional support
  • Helps develop identity
500

By 10 months, what two gross motor milestones should the infant demonstrate?

Answer:

  • Pulls to stand
  • Cruises along furniture
500

At 30 months, approximately how many words should a child know?

150–300 words

500

Name four skills expected of a typical 5-year-old.

Any three:

  • Counts to 10
  • States name and address
  • Dresses independently
  • Uses fork, spoon, and knife
  • Draws a person
  • Tells stories
  • Speech completely understandable
500

Which child requires the most immediate follow-up?

A. 10-month-old cruising

B. 18-month-old walking independently

C. 24-month-old not using two-word phrases

D. 4-year-old hopping on one foot

C

500

Name three common adolescent risk behaviors.

  • Alcohol use
  • Drug use
  • Unsafe sexual activity
  • Reckless driving
  • Vaping
  • Tobacco use
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