NUR 307 Exam 3 Peds Study Guide Spring 2021

NUR 307 Exam 3 Peds Study Guide Spring 2021 Infants • Respond to crying in a timely fashion. • Allow the infant time to warm up to you. • Use a soothing and calming tone when speaking to the infant. • Talk to the infant directly. • Communication through play may be helpful with older infants. • Watch for signs of overstimulation such as closing eyes, turning away, yawning, and irritability. Toddlers • Approach toddlers carefully; they are often not only fearful but also quite resistant. • Use the toddler’s preferred words for objects or actions so he or she is better able to understand. • Toddlers enjoy stories, dolls, and books. • Participate in parallel play to help start communication. • Prepare toddlers for procedures just before they are about to occur