Pediatric Nurse Exam Pediatric Nurse Growth and Development Milestones 2

Question 1

A toddler can kick a ball forward and walk up stairs with one hand held. What age does this best represent?

Accepted Answer

18 months

Answer

At 18 months, toddlers typically can kick a ball and walk up stairs with assistance.

Question 2

Which fine motor milestone is expected of a 9-month-old infant?

Accepted Answer

Transfers objects hand to hand

Answer

Transferring objects from hand to hand is a fine motor milestone typically achieved around 7–9 months.

Question 3

A 4-year-old child can hop on one foot, dress independently, and draw a person with 4 parts. Which developmental theorist would classify this child as being in the 'initiative vs. guilt' stage?

Accepted Answer

Erikson

Answer

Erikson described the preschool stage (ages 3–6) as 'initiative vs. guilt,' during which children assert control and initiative.

Question 4

At what age should a child be able to ride a tricycle?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

Most children can ride a tricycle by age 3 as their gross motor coordination matures.

Question 5

A nurse assesses a 6-month-old and notes the infant turns toward a sound. Which sensory milestone does this reflect?

Accepted Answer

Localization of sound

Answer

Localization of sound (turning toward a noise) is a normal auditory milestone by 4–6 months of age.

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Pediatric Nurse Exam Pediatric Nurse Growth and Development Milestones 2