Pediatrics Final Exam questions and answers
2026\2027 A+ Grade
Which of the following grasp patterns is used when holding a key
- correct answer Lateral Pinch
When evaluating a 2 year old for the ability to adjust an object within his hand, the following skill is
being assessed
- correct answer In hand manipulation
Identify which factor(s) contribute to the development of hand function
- correct answer All of the above
(Visual perception and cognition, Musculoskeletal integrity, somatosensory functions)
Noah loves to play with play doh. You notice a new grasp pattern which is allowing him to cut his play
doh with a play knife using the ulnar side of his hand! He is now showing the following grasp pattern:
- correct answer Power grasp
Grasping patterns change dramatically in the first 2 years of life. These patterns enable exploratory
learning, perceptual learning, and skills achievement such that the 2-year-old is proficient in prehending
and manipulating a variety of objects of different sizes. The developmental sequence of grasping
patterns is
- correct answer Palmar grasp, radial palmar, radial digital, pincer grasp
At 18-24 months of age, Lauren should be able to show the following skill:
- correct answer Imitate horizontal, vertical, and circular marks
When conducting a whole class fine motor warm up activity the students are instructed to use their
dominant hand to move their pencil from the tip end of the pencil to the eraser end several times.
Which in-hand manipulation skill are they demonstrating?
- correct answer Shift
, At what age do children demonstrate adult speed in writing
- correct answer Ninth grade
The preschool child is observed playing in the dress up center trying to button up the smock she was
putting on. Which of the following grasps is she demonstrating?
- correct answer Pincer grasp
What is the sequence of hand function development in infants and children
- correct answer Ulnar, palmar, radial grasp
At what age does the average child copy a triangle and print their own name
- correct answer 5-6 years
What are the advantages of cursive writing
- correct answer It allows for faster and more automatic writing
When conducting a whole class fine motor warm up activity the students are instructed to use their
dominant hand to move their pencil from the tip end of the pencil to the eraser end several times.
Which in-hand manipulation skill are they demonstrating?
- correct answer Shift
Two children are playing together in the sandbox. One of them picks up the bucket and carries it by the
handle to bring over to his friend. Which grasp is he using to carry the bucket?
- correct answer Hook Grasp
Lauren just turned 18 months old and is finally being discharged from EI. She now shows age
appropriate growth and development in her fine and gross motor skills with good early intervention
therapy. She is now showing good in hand manipulation skills for her age. What should her grasp on a
crayon look like for her age?
- correct answer Palmar-supinate grasp-crayon held with fisted hand, wrist slightly flexed and slightly
supinated forearm, arm moves as a unit
2026\2027 A+ Grade
Which of the following grasp patterns is used when holding a key
- correct answer Lateral Pinch
When evaluating a 2 year old for the ability to adjust an object within his hand, the following skill is
being assessed
- correct answer In hand manipulation
Identify which factor(s) contribute to the development of hand function
- correct answer All of the above
(Visual perception and cognition, Musculoskeletal integrity, somatosensory functions)
Noah loves to play with play doh. You notice a new grasp pattern which is allowing him to cut his play
doh with a play knife using the ulnar side of his hand! He is now showing the following grasp pattern:
- correct answer Power grasp
Grasping patterns change dramatically in the first 2 years of life. These patterns enable exploratory
learning, perceptual learning, and skills achievement such that the 2-year-old is proficient in prehending
and manipulating a variety of objects of different sizes. The developmental sequence of grasping
patterns is
- correct answer Palmar grasp, radial palmar, radial digital, pincer grasp
At 18-24 months of age, Lauren should be able to show the following skill:
- correct answer Imitate horizontal, vertical, and circular marks
When conducting a whole class fine motor warm up activity the students are instructed to use their
dominant hand to move their pencil from the tip end of the pencil to the eraser end several times.
Which in-hand manipulation skill are they demonstrating?
- correct answer Shift
, At what age do children demonstrate adult speed in writing
- correct answer Ninth grade
The preschool child is observed playing in the dress up center trying to button up the smock she was
putting on. Which of the following grasps is she demonstrating?
- correct answer Pincer grasp
What is the sequence of hand function development in infants and children
- correct answer Ulnar, palmar, radial grasp
At what age does the average child copy a triangle and print their own name
- correct answer 5-6 years
What are the advantages of cursive writing
- correct answer It allows for faster and more automatic writing
When conducting a whole class fine motor warm up activity the students are instructed to use their
dominant hand to move their pencil from the tip end of the pencil to the eraser end several times.
Which in-hand manipulation skill are they demonstrating?
- correct answer Shift
Two children are playing together in the sandbox. One of them picks up the bucket and carries it by the
handle to bring over to his friend. Which grasp is he using to carry the bucket?
- correct answer Hook Grasp
Lauren just turned 18 months old and is finally being discharged from EI. She now shows age
appropriate growth and development in her fine and gross motor skills with good early intervention
therapy. She is now showing good in hand manipulation skills for her age. What should her grasp on a
crayon look like for her age?
- correct answer Palmar-supinate grasp-crayon held with fisted hand, wrist slightly flexed and slightly
supinated forearm, arm moves as a unit
