Across
- 6. the process of the teeth coming through the gums
- 7. when the body builds up an ability to fight off infections and diseases through vaccines or other exposure methods
- 8. when the roof of an infants mouth is touched, he/she will instinctively begin sucking; paired with the rooting reflex, seen at birth
- 9. a child from three to five years old
- 18. the teeth that replace temporary baby teeth
- 19. the sudden death of a baby younger than one year old where the cause cannot be explained
- 20. independently providing food using fine motor skills and utensils for support1. Antiseptic: also known as skin disinfectants, are chemicals for cleaning the skin and wounds that can kill or prevent the growth of microorganisms
- 23. the way in which the body is positioned when sitting or standing
- 25. the growth and development of both the brain and body; advancements and refinements of motor skills
- 31. primitive, involuntary response to a mechanical stimulus present in a newborn; when an object is placed in the hand, newborns will press down on it with their fingers
- 33. ability of the vision system to coordinate the information received through the eyes to control, guide, and direct the hands in the accomplishment of a given task
- 34. when an infant is startled or feels like they are falling, the infant will get a startled look, and fling arms out sideways with palms up and thumbs flexed; present at birth
- 36. a young child between one and three years old
- 37. used to cause vomiting after suspected poisoning
- 38. any agent that causes vomiting
- 39. when the head of an infant lying face up is turned to one side; the arm on the side where the head is facing reaches away from the body with the hand partly open and the opposite arm bends up at the elbow; seen at birth
- 40. involuntary urination, especially by children at night
- 43. occurs if a person places a finger on the infant’s open palm; infants’ hand will close around the finger; seen at birth
- 45. the measurement from base to top or from head to foot
- 47. an all over washing done with a wet sponge or washcloth rather than in a bathtub or shower while the baby is on a towel, or baby bathtub
- 48. increases in height and weight
- 49. the way in which the body is positioned when sitting or standing
- 50. using the forefinger or middle finger and thumb to pinch or grasp an object
- 51. practices that help promote good oral hygiene, including brushing your teeth, eating healthy, flossing, using fluoride, and visiting the dentist regularly
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- 1. the coordination of small muscles, such as those in the fingers and toes
- 2. infant appears to take steps or dance when held upright with his/her feet touching solid surface; seen at birth
- 3. when the infant’s brain is severely injured due to being shaken
- 4. death caused by not having enough oxygen
- 5. or physical skills see in children as they grow and develop
- 10. when children learn to move their heads, trunks, arms, and legs before learning to move their hands and feet
- 11. a part considered in comparative relation to a whole
- 12. the measurement from the top of the head to sole of the foot
- 13. use of the acronym PURPLE, which represents Peak of crying, Unexpected, Resists soothing, Pain-like face, Long lasting, and Evening, to describe a phase of uncontrollable infant crying
- 14. a significant stage in life that influences the progress of a person
- 15. a child in the first year of life
- 16. bigger muscles in the body such as legs, arms, back, and chest
- 17. providing advice to solve a problem so children can learn from their mistake
- 21. refers to the development of an infant, wherein the development takes place at the top of the body and then gradually throughout the infant’s body
- 22. Piaget: the creator of a cognitive development theory that suggests children move through four different stages of mental development
- 23. care: basic nutrition, hydration, and the providing of routine care for a child
- 24. a type of involuntary response to stimulation
- 26. the body mass of a child at each doctor’s visit when being weighed; can be measured in ounces and pounds, or grams and kilograms1. Coordination: using different parts of the body together to complete a task
- 27. the act of making an environment or object safe for children
- 28. when a tooth or multiple teeth decay and create cavities caused by bacteria built up from sugary liquids that come from some milks and other beverages
- 29. when an infant’s cheek is stroked, they will turn toward the side that was stroked and begin to make sucking motions, seen at birth
- 30. predictable periods of significant distress in an otherwise well-fed, healthy baby
- 32. muscle: the muscles in the bowel and bladder that regulate elimination
- 35. when infants start to consume foods other than their mother’s milk
- 41. lightweight, easy-to-use closure; 2 metal parts that click together to hold two pieces of clothing together
- 42. infant one-piece close-fitting lightweight garment, usually having sleeves but leaving the legs uncovered and fastening with snaps at the crotch
- 43. the coordination of large muscles, such as those in the arms and legs
- 44. practices to preserve health, such as, bathing, brushing teeth, and washing hair
- 46. the body mass of a child; can be measured in ounces and pounds, or grams and kilograms1. Grasp: an act of taking, holding, or seizing firmly with the hand