Which of the following abilities would a nurse expect a 4 month old infant to perform?
Infants (0 - 14 Months) Show Newborn Reflexes Newborns have a wide variety of reflexes that are important for survival and later development (Berk, 2008). A reflex can be described as “an inborn, automatic response to a particular form of stimulation” (Berk, 2008, p. 147). Although the age at which these reflexes disappear may vary, the continuation of these reflexes well beyond the normal age range may indicate neurological problems in children (Comley & Mousmanis, 2007). Please refer to the Signs of Atypical Development in Infants section for additional information about patterns in child development which may indicate a more serious concern. In the following table, a summary of some newborn reflexes is provided.
Infant Development by Age and Domain Note: all domains are interrelated, for example “recognize and calm down to familiar gentle voice” in the cognitive domain is also part of social, language and hearing development. Note: All skills are listed by the age when most children should have accomplished them unless otherwise indicated. When observing a child between two ages refer to the younger age group (e.g., expect a three month-old child to accomplish the skills listed for two months of age). By Two Months of Age
By Four Months of Age Expect the child to:
By Six Months of Age Expect the child to:
By Nine Months of Age Expect the child to:
By 12 Months of Age Expect the child to:
Milestones taken from: Berk, 2008; Berk & Roberts, 2009; Curtis & Schuler, 2005; Ertem et al., 2008; Grenier & Leduc, 2008; Kent, 2005; Nipissing District Developmental Screen; Rourke, Leduc, & Rourke, 2006; Sears & Sears, 2003; Shelov & Hannemann, 2004 Also referenced: Atypical Development Although all children develop at their own rate, there are certain signs in a child’s development which may indicate more serious concerns. If any of the following signs of atypical development are noted in children, these concerns should be discussed with the child’s primary health care professional (First & Palfrey, 1994; Shelov & Hannemann, 2004). Subsequently, a referral to the appropriate specialist may be required.
If you are concerned about the development of a child, go to Local Information. What is a 4They are able to recognize familiar faces, respond to affection, smile, and might even laugh. They are able to sit up with support and push up onto their elbows or hands during tummy time. They are able to hold their head more steady and may have also started rolling from tummy to back.
What skills should a 4Movement/Physical Development Milestones. Holds head steady without support when you are holding her.. Holds a toy when you put it in his hand.. Uses her arm to swing at toys.. Brings hands to mouth.. Pushes up onto elbows/forearms when on tummy.. What developmental milestone does the nurse expect to see in a 4 year old child?From 4 to 5 years old, your child's gross motor skills (using their arms and legs to move and play) and their fine motor skills (working on crafts and puzzles) are still developing. Play time becomes increasingly imaginative and is an important part of children's growth.
Can a 4Most psychologists believe children start understanding words around their first birthday. Typically, infants don't speak in words or even gesture meaningfully before 10 or 11 months.
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