Question 1

Which of the following best describes the cephalocaudal pattern of growth in infants?

Accepted Answer

Growth progresses from the head down to the toes.

Question 2

An infant who is consistently comforted when crying is MOST likely to:

Accepted Answer

Develop trust and cry less at one year old.

Question 3

A 7-month-old infant searches for a toy that has been hidden under a blanket. This behavior demonstrates:

Accepted Answer

Object permanence

Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE regarding infant nutrition during the first year?

Accepted Answer

Breast milk or formula should be the primary source of nutrition for the entire first year.

Question 5

According to Erikson's theory, the primary psychosocial task of infancy is:

Accepted Answer

Trust versus Mistrust

Question 6

A parent reports that their 10-month-old wants to feed herself using her fingers. This behavior is BEST explained by:

Accepted Answer

The development of the pincer grasp and emerging autonomy.

Question 7

Which of the following is a recommended strategy to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)?

Accepted Answer

Lay the infant on their back to sleep and avoid loose bedding.

Question 8

A 9-month-old infant cries when her mother leaves the room and becomes wary of unfamiliar adults. These behaviors are examples of:

Accepted Answer

Separation anxiety and stranger anxiety

Question 9

Which of the following statements about infant language development is CORRECT?

Accepted Answer

By 9-10 months, infants use specific sounds for objects and understand their name.

Question 10

A parent is concerned that their 5-month-old has not yet begun teething. What is the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Reassure the parent that primary teeth typically begin to erupt between 5 and 7 months.

Question 11

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of proximodistal growth in infants?

Accepted Answer

An infant bats at objects with their whole arm before using their fingers to grasp.

Question 12

A 6-month-old infant is introduced to strained rice cereal. According to the study materials, this is appropriate because:

Accepted Answer

The infant's tongue extrusion reflex has disappeared, allowing them to handle solid foods.

Question 13

Which of the following is a risk factor for developmental delays in infants?

Accepted Answer

Inconsistent responses to the infant's needs

Question 14

According to Piaget's sensorimotor theory, infant play is important because it:

Accepted Answer

Allows infants to apply learned skills to environmental experiences.

Question 15

A parent allows their infant to sleep with a bottle of juice. What is the primary risk associated with this practice?

Accepted Answer

Nursing caries (tooth decay)

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the role of defense mechanisms in infant development?

Accepted Answer

They are protective reactions that help conceal conflicts or anxieties.

Question 17

A 3-month-old infant is able to sleep from midnight to 5 AM most nights. According to the study materials, what is the best approach if the infant wakes up during the night?

Accepted Answer

Let the infant try to self-regulate and go back to sleep before intervening.

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT recommended for infant nutrition during the first year?

Accepted Answer

Introducing honey before 2 years of age

Question 19

A parent tastes their infant's food with the same spoon before feeding the child. According to the study materials, why is this discouraged?

Accepted Answer

It increases the risk of transmitting microorganisms to the infant.

Question 20

Which of the following is the FIRST recommended injury prevention activity for a newborn?

Accepted Answer

Using a car seat during transportation

Developmental Psychology: Infancy – Growth, Development, and Care

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