The nurse working on a pediatric floor is caring for a 1-year-old client. Being hospitalized at this age may delay the progression of which physical development?
The nurse working on a pediatric floor is caring for a 1-year-old client. Being hospitalized at this age may delay the progression of which physical development?
A. Walking
[81%]
B. Running
[4%]
C. Sitting
[4%]
D. Crawling
[10%]
Statistics
Subject/Lesson
Subject
Child Health
Lesson
Growth & Development
Client Need
Test Plan
Health Promotion and Maintenance
Related Topic
Development Stages and Transitions
Item Type
Item Type
Application
Explanation
Choice A is correct. Walking typically occurs around 12-15 months of age. Hospitalization at 1 year old may potentially delay the progression of walking due to limited opportunities for physical activity and exploration outside of the hospital environment.
Choice B is incorrect. Running usually develops after walking, typically around 18-24 months of age. Hospitalization at 1 year old would not necessarily delay the progression of running, as it occurs later in development.
Choice C is incorrect. By the age of 1 year, most children have achieved the milestone of sitting independently. Prolonged hospitalization at this age would generally not delay the progression of sitting, as it is typically achieved earlier in development.
Choice D is incorrect. Crawling usually occurs before walking, typically around 6-10 months of age. Hospitalization at 1 year old would not delay the progression of crawling, as it occurs earlier in development.
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Additional Info
✓ Nurses should prioritize providing developmentally appropriate stimulation and activities for hospitalized pediatric clients to promote physical development. This may include supervised play sessions, age-appropriate toys, and opportunities for movement and exploration within the confines of the hospital environment.
✓ Research indicates that hospitalization during infancy and early childhood can have a significant impact on physical development, including delays in achieving developmental milestones such as walking, running, and climbing.
✓ According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, approximately 3.5 million children are hospitalized in the United States each year, with the majority of hospitalizations occurring in infants and young children.
