NUR 222 EXAM 4 MASTER REVIEW 2026/2027 | COMPLETE NURSING PRACTICE
TEST BANK | HIGH-YIELD EXAM QUESTIONS | CORRECT ANSWERS |
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE
1. Describe how positive reinforcement can influence a toddler's behavior.
Positive reinforcement only works when combined with punishment.
Positive reinforcement leads to confusion about acceptable behaviors.
Positive reinforcement encourages toddlers to repeat good
behaviors by providing rewards or praise.
Positive reinforcement has no effect on a toddler's behavior.
2. If a parent has a toddler who frequently climbs furniture, what specific
strategy should they implement to prevent potential injuries?
Ignoring the behavior to promote independence
Teaching the child to climb higher
Childproofing the home
Encouraging the child to climb safely
3. If a parent wants to foster autonomy in their toddler during mealtime, which
approach would be most effective?
Allowing the toddler to choose between two healthy food options.
Forcing the toddler to eat what is served without discussion.
Only providing one food option to avoid confusion.
Preparing separate meals for the toddler's preferences.
4. Regarding childhood development, what problem does "irreversibility"
describe?
, the inability to see something from another's perspective
the inability to add new objects or categories to existing schemas
the inability to comprehend that an object still exists even when you
cant see it
the inability to mentally undo a change in a situation
5. The mother of a 2-year-old girl expresses concern that her daughter's growth
rate has slowed. What should the nurse explain to the mother about the
growth of toddlers?
This growth pattern is typical at this age.
Toddlers usually lose their taste for foods they liked when younger.
This growth pattern can't be interpreted for another year.
Toddlers are too busy exploring their world to eat.
6. Describe the significance of using 2-word sentences in a 2-year-old's
language development.
Using 2-word sentences indicates that the child is beginning to
combine words and express simple ideas.
Using 2-word sentences shows that the child is not developing
language skills.
Using 2-word sentences suggests the child is advanced in language
development.
Using 2-word sentences means the child can read and write.
7. According to Erikson, the central task of psychosocial development in
toddlers is:
industry
, autonomy
trust
initiative
8. When discussing sleep patterns with parents you should:
Scare them by giving false information about night terrors
Advise them preschoolers need about 16 hours of sleep/day, routines
are not yet necessary, night lights provide too much stimulation and
children who are frightened will get over it
Advise them preschoolers need about 12 hours of sleep/day (maybe
a nap), consistent routines will help the child slow down for bedtime,
avoid stimulation before bed, use a night light and reassure them if
they are frightened
Advise them preschoolers need about 8 hours of sleep, rigid routines
are necessary, loud and exciting TV shows will help their child fall
asleep, or tell them a scary monster under the bed will get them if
they get up.
9. What are the primary influences on a child's understanding of gender roles?
Peer interactions only
Modeling from parents and society
Television shows exclusively
Biological factors alone
10. A child uses 2-3 word phrases at what age?
12 months
2 years
, 18 months
3 years
11. The nurse is reinforcing education about injury prevention to the parents of a
toddler. Which instruction is appropriate for the nurse to give to the parents?
"Don't allow the toddler to use pillows when sleeping."
"Place locks on cabinets containing toxic substances."
"Teach the toddler water safety."
"The toddler should wear a helmet when rollerblading."
12. At what age do children generally begin to use two-word phrases?
30 months
24 months
12 months
18 months
13. If a parent notices that their toddler is not meeting typical speech
milestones, what steps should they take to address this concern?
Start teaching the child multiple languages at once.
Enroll the child in a preschool program immediately.
Ignore the concern and wait for the child to catch up.
Consult a pediatrician or a speech-language pathologist.
14. If a parent notices increased jealousy in their older child after bringing home
a new baby, what approach should they take to address this issue
effectively?
TEST BANK | HIGH-YIELD EXAM QUESTIONS | CORRECT ANSWERS |
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE
1. Describe how positive reinforcement can influence a toddler's behavior.
Positive reinforcement only works when combined with punishment.
Positive reinforcement leads to confusion about acceptable behaviors.
Positive reinforcement encourages toddlers to repeat good
behaviors by providing rewards or praise.
Positive reinforcement has no effect on a toddler's behavior.
2. If a parent has a toddler who frequently climbs furniture, what specific
strategy should they implement to prevent potential injuries?
Ignoring the behavior to promote independence
Teaching the child to climb higher
Childproofing the home
Encouraging the child to climb safely
3. If a parent wants to foster autonomy in their toddler during mealtime, which
approach would be most effective?
Allowing the toddler to choose between two healthy food options.
Forcing the toddler to eat what is served without discussion.
Only providing one food option to avoid confusion.
Preparing separate meals for the toddler's preferences.
4. Regarding childhood development, what problem does "irreversibility"
describe?
, the inability to see something from another's perspective
the inability to add new objects or categories to existing schemas
the inability to comprehend that an object still exists even when you
cant see it
the inability to mentally undo a change in a situation
5. The mother of a 2-year-old girl expresses concern that her daughter's growth
rate has slowed. What should the nurse explain to the mother about the
growth of toddlers?
This growth pattern is typical at this age.
Toddlers usually lose their taste for foods they liked when younger.
This growth pattern can't be interpreted for another year.
Toddlers are too busy exploring their world to eat.
6. Describe the significance of using 2-word sentences in a 2-year-old's
language development.
Using 2-word sentences indicates that the child is beginning to
combine words and express simple ideas.
Using 2-word sentences shows that the child is not developing
language skills.
Using 2-word sentences suggests the child is advanced in language
development.
Using 2-word sentences means the child can read and write.
7. According to Erikson, the central task of psychosocial development in
toddlers is:
industry
, autonomy
trust
initiative
8. When discussing sleep patterns with parents you should:
Scare them by giving false information about night terrors
Advise them preschoolers need about 16 hours of sleep/day, routines
are not yet necessary, night lights provide too much stimulation and
children who are frightened will get over it
Advise them preschoolers need about 12 hours of sleep/day (maybe
a nap), consistent routines will help the child slow down for bedtime,
avoid stimulation before bed, use a night light and reassure them if
they are frightened
Advise them preschoolers need about 8 hours of sleep, rigid routines
are necessary, loud and exciting TV shows will help their child fall
asleep, or tell them a scary monster under the bed will get them if
they get up.
9. What are the primary influences on a child's understanding of gender roles?
Peer interactions only
Modeling from parents and society
Television shows exclusively
Biological factors alone
10. A child uses 2-3 word phrases at what age?
12 months
2 years
, 18 months
3 years
11. The nurse is reinforcing education about injury prevention to the parents of a
toddler. Which instruction is appropriate for the nurse to give to the parents?
"Don't allow the toddler to use pillows when sleeping."
"Place locks on cabinets containing toxic substances."
"Teach the toddler water safety."
"The toddler should wear a helmet when rollerblading."
12. At what age do children generally begin to use two-word phrases?
30 months
24 months
12 months
18 months
13. If a parent notices that their toddler is not meeting typical speech
milestones, what steps should they take to address this concern?
Start teaching the child multiple languages at once.
Enroll the child in a preschool program immediately.
Ignore the concern and wait for the child to catch up.
Consult a pediatrician or a speech-language pathologist.
14. If a parent notices increased jealousy in their older child after bringing home
a new baby, what approach should they take to address this issue
effectively?
