Question 1

For toddlers,solitary play during infancy progresses to ________________play.

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Question 2

Identify which eating habit is common in toddlers.

Accepted Answer

Toddlers often exhibit a range of eating habits including consistency with the same foods, food fads, fluctuating appetites, and dawdling or playing with their food as they explore their independence and develop preferences.

Question 3

Which of the following gross motor skills are acquired during the toddler stage? (Select all that apply.)

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Question 4

The parents of a 3-year-old and 5-month-old are concerned that their toddler is very jealous when they are caring for the infant.The toddler becomes demanding and unreasonable.The nurse is correct when she advises the parents that this is:

Accepted Answer

This behavior is an expected outcome as toddlers often experience jealousy when a new sibling is introduced into the family. They may feel threatened by the attention the new baby receives and act out as a result. It's a normal part of adjusting to a new family dynamic.

Question 5

Mrs.King is concerned about what can be done to correct her toddler's lazy eye.Which of the following responses by the nurse practitioner would be correct?

Accepted Answer

Patching the stronger eye will force the use of the weaker eye, helping to correct the lazy eye over time. However, it is important to consult with a pediatric ophthalmologist for evaluation and treatment recommendations. Corrective surgery may be necessary in some cases. It is not correct to say that correction is spontaneous or that patching the weaker eye will restore strength.

Question 6

To enhance food intake,toddlers need:

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Consistent mealtimes help toddlers establish a routine and become more in tune with their hunger cues, which can lead to greater food intake. Snacks before meals may decrease appetite during meals, and using food to soothe crying can create unhealthy habits. Decreasing fluid intake is not recommended as it can lead to dehydration.

Question 7

Given paper and a pencil,a 3-year-old child can draw:

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At three years old, a child's fine motor skills are still developing, and they may not have the dexterity to draw detailed figures or shapes. However, they can typically make simple vertical strokes with a pencil or crayon.

Question 8

The nurse instructs the parents of a 2 1/2-year-old boy on dental health.The nurse is correct to advise the parents to:

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Visiting the dentist yearly is important for children's dental health, as it allows for early detection and prevention of dental problems. It is also important for parents to establish a good dental hygiene routine at home, including brushing their child's teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste and limiting sugary snacks and drinks. Carbohydrate snacks and milk in a night bottle can contribute to tooth decay and should be avoided.

Question 9

At 2 1/2-years-old,which of the following vital signs would be considered normal?

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Question 10

Child abuse includes: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

Child abuse can encompass physical, neglect, psychological, and sexual abuse. Therefore, options A, B, C, and D are all correct. Option E, stating that none of the above apply, is incorrect.

Question 11

Sheila Torres brings her 18-month-old toddler to the pediatric clinic.Which of the following findings would represent normal growth?

Accepted Answer

The anterior fontanel is a soft spot on the skull of an infant that typically closes between 12 to 18 months of age. Therefore, a closed fontanel at 18 months would represent normal growth.

The other options are incorrect:
A) The ability to independently brush teeth is a developmental milestone that occurs between 2-3 years of age, so it is not expected at 18 months.
B) Complete ossification of bones does not occur until adulthood, so this would not be expected in an 18-month-old.
C) Language development is a continuous process that occurs over the first several years of life, so it would not be complete at 18 months.

Quiz 7: Toddlerhood