Chapter 1 Growth and development Learning goal: Match milestones and play to each age group. Age; Erikson stage; Milestones / play; Nursing approach; Infant (0-1); Trust vs mistrust
Sits ~6 mo, pincer grasp ~9-10 mo, birth weight triples by 1 yr; Meet needs consistently; parent present; Toddler (1-3); Autonomy vs shame; Walks ~12-15 mo; parallel play; Offer simple choices; expect negativism; Preschool (3-6); Initiative vs guilt; Magical thinking; associative play; Use dolls, simple explanations; School age (6-12); Industry vs inferiority; Rules, collections, cooperative play; Explain procedures; involve in care
Adolescent (12-18); Identity vs role confusion; Peer focus, body image; Privacy; interview alone; Main hospitalization fear by age Stranger anxiety from ~8 months; Infant; Separation anxiety peaks - most stressed by hospitalization; Toddler; Preschool; School age; Adolescent; Fear of body mutilation; Fear of loss of control; Fear of altered body image, separation from peers; Figure 1.1
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Chapter 1 study page: Growth and development Use this page to consolidate the chapter before attempting the questions. Writing the answers from memory (active recall) is one of the most effective study strategies. In your own words, summarise: Growth and development.
What is the single most dangerous finding in this chapter, and what is the first nursing action?
Which medication, lab value or number from this chapter must you memorise? Write it with its unit.
Create one NCLEX-style question of your own on this chapter and explain the correct answer.
Check your understanding Q. Which toy is best for a 2-year-old? A. Board game with rules B. Push-pull toy C. Model kit D. Video chat with friends
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