In the hospital setting a newborn and their parent(s) is given identification bracelets and security sensors. The neonatal period is the first month of life (Potter & Perry, 2009). It is important to encourage bonding. Breast-feeding is the start of direct body contact between mother and baby. Hand washing is crucial when caring for a newborn to prevent the transmission of infection and germs. Newborns immune system is susceptible to infection due to it being weak. The umbilical cord should be clean and dry at all times to avert infection and support cord detachment. Reflexes are the physical function of the newborn. Newborns lose their birth weight in the first few days of life, but they, usually, gain it back within two weeks of life. Sudden
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At the age of one, a child is three times their birth weight. Stimulation of the brain is important and promotes the development of the brain. Infants should be given the chance to create and use their senses. Talking to an infant promotes cognitive development and increases learning. Play enhances the development of cognitive, social, and motor skills. Poisoning is one of the major causes of death for children six month to 12 months. Supervision and child proofing the home is crucial to prevent such accidents. Child abuse is common among infants. If child abuse is suspected, it is mandatory that the registered nurse report it to the appropriate agency. Parents should be educated on the importance of immunizations and the possible side effects. Immunizations are normally given on a schedule, but can be at any age. Parents have the right to decline immunizations. Nutrition is important for growth and development of the infant. Cow milk or honey is not recommended for a child before the age of 12 months. If an infant is breastfed they do not need iron supplements until after four to six months. Iron-fortified cereal is an appropriate supplement. An infant that is formula fed should be given iron-fortified formula during the first year of …show more content…
There are three sub-phases to adolescence which includes early, middle and late. Adolescents are insecure about physical changes of their bodies. Adolescents think of their future, not just the present. Being with a group of friends is important to adolescents. Teenagers develop close friendships or remain socially detached. Teenagers focus on becoming emotionally independent from their parents. Allowing a teenager to be responsible for their actions and choices is crucial and promotes independence and responsibility. It is important to develop trust and communication with a teenager. Motor vehicle accidents are the most common reason for death among teens. Promote the proper way and use of seat belts. Homicide is the cause for death among teenagers. Homicide can include the act of someone else killing the individual or the individual killing their self. It is important to talk about guns with the teenager. If the parent owns a gun, it should be locked and not in the reach of a teenager. If a child is depressed or socially detached seek counseling. Encourage the teenager not to accept candy or medicine from their friends or strangers. Educate teenager on illegal drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and prescription medications. Substance abuse is common with teenagers. Anorexia and bulimia are eating disorders seen in teenagers.
At the age of one, a child is three times their birth weight. Stimulation of the brain is important and promotes the development of the brain. Infants should be given the chance to create and use their senses. Talking to an infant promotes cognitive development and increases learning. Play enhances the development of cognitive, social, and motor skills. Poisoning is one of the major causes of death for children six month to 12 months. Supervision and child proofing the home is crucial to prevent such accidents. Child abuse is common among infants. If child abuse is suspected, it is mandatory that the registered nurse report it to the appropriate agency. Parents should be educated on the importance of immunizations and the possible side effects. Immunizations are normally given on a schedule, but can be at any age. Parents have the right to decline immunizations. Nutrition is important for growth and development of the infant. Cow milk or honey is not recommended for a child before the age of 12 months. If an infant is breastfed they do not need iron supplements until after four to six months. Iron-fortified cereal is an appropriate supplement. An infant that is formula fed should be given iron-fortified formula during the first year of …show more content…
There are three sub-phases to adolescence which includes early, middle and late. Adolescents are insecure about physical changes of their bodies. Adolescents think of their future, not just the present. Being with a group of friends is important to adolescents. Teenagers develop close friendships or remain socially detached. Teenagers focus on becoming emotionally independent from their parents. Allowing a teenager to be responsible for their actions and choices is crucial and promotes independence and responsibility. It is important to develop trust and communication with a teenager. Motor vehicle accidents are the most common reason for death among teens. Promote the proper way and use of seat belts. Homicide is the cause for death among teenagers. Homicide can include the act of someone else killing the individual or the individual killing their self. It is important to talk about guns with the teenager. If the parent owns a gun, it should be locked and not in the reach of a teenager. If a child is depressed or socially detached seek counseling. Encourage the teenager not to accept candy or medicine from their friends or strangers. Educate teenager on illegal drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and prescription medications. Substance abuse is common with teenagers. Anorexia and bulimia are eating disorders seen in teenagers.