Nature VS Nurture
Term for the influence of genetics on a child's development?
Nature
What age child can roll from stomach to back with ease? 2 days, 4 weeks, 6 months
6 months most children can do this
How do children learn to share and take turns
Through Play
Describe what supplies are needed to change a diaper.
Diaper, wipes, changing table or changing pad, etc
A handle for a pot of boiling water should face which way to avoid burns and why?
Should not face outward over the walkway as a child could run into it.
Personality has to do with nature or nurture mainly?
Nurture
At what age do children typically begin to walk?
12 months old (1 year old!)
They are able to express emotions with their words instead of crying and tantrums
It is important to _______ your _______ after changing a diaper.
wash * hands
What is the proper way to deal with a bleeding wound?
Apply pressure, clean, and dress the wound.
True or False: Nature has to do with genetics.
TRUE
What verbal (cognitive) milestone does a child typically reach by 2 yrs?
Putting 2 words together.
What is an example of a gross motor skill?
running, kicking, jumping
Describe a safe way to hold a newborn baby
Make sure to hold their head, hold them close to your body, you can hold upward or football style.
Can children be allergic to stings? What would you need to do?
Yes and you would need an epi pen if available. Call 911 either way.
Freckles are considered genetic (nature), environment (nurture), or both
Freckles are both, because you have them from genetics but they increase due to sun exposure
What does the 'E' in P.I.E.S. stand for?
Emotional
What is the approximate average weight of a newborn baby?
6-8 lbs
Discuss the importance of burping a baby
This relieves gas/air bubbles
With a nosebleed, do you tip the nose back OR pinch the end bridge
Pinch
What is the significance of attachment in early childhood
Provides children with security, safety, emotional health, helps development, love, etc
Holding head, moving arms and legs, reacting to loud sounds, looking at you when you move
Discuss how a child's ability to express emotions develops by age 5
They are able to use words more readily and not cry/tantrum/emotions solely
Discuss choosing clothing for newborns