Nu 131 Exam 3 key terms Part 2 Exam Questions and Answers Graded A 2024

height and weight of toddler - grows an average of 3 inches per year , average height at 2 (34 inches ) average height at 3 (37.25 inches) Toddler gains an average of 4 to 6 pounds per year, average weight at 2 (27 pounds) average weight at 3 (32 pounds) Body proportions for toddler - extremities grow much faster than the trunk , typical 2 year old child as a potbellied appearance and exaggerated lumbar curve , known as lordosis, by the 3rd year they look more taller and slender. face and teeth for toddler - increase in. size to permit room for more teeth, teeth appear at 6 or 7 months amblyopia - ( lazy eye ) a dimness of vision or the partial loss of sight, especially in one eye, without detectable disease of the eye Temper tantrums in toddlers - -Normal part of development -Ignore unwanted behavior (except biting/hitting) -Avoid disruption in routine gross motor skills in toddler - Walk alone by 15 months Begin to run Stand on tiptoes Climb stairs while holding on to support by 21 months Build towers of four or more blocks by age 2 years Build towers of more than six blocks by age 3 years Kick a ball Climb on furniture by age 2 years Pull or carry toys while walking Run and jump by age 2 years Play on a riding toy (i.e., tricycle) by age 3 years (3 years to three wheels) Can turn a door knob fine motor skill in toddler - self feeding, dressing, and playing psychosocial development toddler - autonomy vs shame and doubt Discipline for toddlers - establish a safe space for the child do not yell; speak firmly and directly do not threaten the child learn what triggers tantrums and avoid the triggers offer safe choices