Question 1

Your friend has asked you to check on her two month old girl, who is asleep. The baby has a breathing rate of 40 breaths per minute and a heart rate of 130 beats per minute. The baby continues to sleep while you remove the baby's blanket, touch her arms, legs, and chest and then pick her up. You should

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Question 2

You would expect to find an open fontanel on which part of an 8 month old boy's head?

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The anterior fontanel, located on the top of the head, remains open in infants and typically closes between 12 to 18 months of age.

Question 3

An 11 month old baby girl does not make eye contact with anyone or respond to her name, but she is trying to crawl and can sit alone without support. You determine that, for her age, the girl has

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The baby is delayed in social skills (does not make eye contact or respond to her name) and motor skills (trying to crawl but not yet crawling, can sit alone but not yet walking).

Question 4

You are examining a 20 month old boy. Behavior that would be normal during the examination for a boy this age is

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Following simple directions during the exam is normal behavior for a 20-month-old boy.

Question 5

The average age for completion of toilet training is

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Question 6

You are examining a 25 month old girl when she begins to cry. The best way to handle this situation is to

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Talking to a child at eye level and acknowledging their feelings can help make them feel more secure and understood, which can ease their distress during a medical examination.

Question 7

A 9 month old baby waves "bye-bye." This is an example of a

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Question 8

You are examining a three month old baby boy. A concern that you have during the baby's examination is that he may

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Question 9

Which risk is more common in early adulthood than in any other age group?

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Question 10

You are examining an eight year old boy with a broken arm. During the examination, you should

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Question 11

Which sleeping habit is more common in the geriatric population?

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The geriatric population often experiences changes in sleep patterns, including reduced nighttime sleep quality and duration, leading to more frequent napping during the day.

Question 12

You are examining a 96 year old woman at an emergency scene. The best way to approach her examination is to

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Talking with the patient about her medical history and symptoms in a friendly manner is the best approach. It respects her autonomy and encourages open communication, which is essential for accurate assessment and treatment.

Question 13

You should expect a 5 month old female child to be able to

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At 5 months old, infants typically develop the ability to grasp objects and bring them to their mouth as part of their exploration and sensory development. The other milestones mentioned are generally achieved later in infancy.

Question 14

A physical trait which is associated with infants and young children is

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Infants and young children have a flexible chest wall, which is less rigid compared to adults, allowing for easier observation of respiratory distress through signs like retractions.

Question 15

You expect a six month old baby boy to be able to

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At six months old, babies are developing their motor skills and are typically able to grasp objects that are dangled in front of them. This is part of their exploration and learning about the world around them.

Question 16

You need to examine a ten month old baby girl. The best way to approach this examination is to

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Keeping the baby covered as much as possible during the exam helps maintain her comfort and warmth, reducing anxiety and distress during the examination.

Question 17

During an examination of a 24 month old baby boy, you should

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At 24 months old, children are developing language skills and can benefit from hearing about what is happening around them. Talking to the boy about the examination process can help to ease any anxiety and make the experience less intimidating. It acknowledges the child's growing understanding and provides an opportunity for engagement.

Question 18

You are examining a 17 year old boy at an emergency scene. The boy has a heart rate of 80 beats per minute, a respiratory rate of 20 breaths per minute and a systolic blood pressure of 120 mm Hg. You determine that his vital signs

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The vital signs provided (heart rate of 80 beats per minute, respiratory rate of 20 breaths per minute, and systolic blood pressure of 120 mm Hg) are within the normal ranges for a 17-year-old, indicating that these vital signs are normal for his age group.

Question 19

The onset of menstruation in a 14 year old girl can cause

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Menstruation is a normal physiological process that occurs in girls during puberty. The onset of menstruation can cause fear and anxiety in some girls, as it is a sign of their changing body and the transition to adulthood.

Question 20

A boy who is four years old is at which stage of human development?

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The preschool stage of human development typically begins at age 3 and lasts until age 5. During this stage, children develop physically, cognitively, and socially. They become more independent and self-sufficient, and they begin to develop a sense of self.

Quiz 8: Lifespan Development