What immunizations are recommended for each of these age groups. Do not include “make-up” immunizations.
Case Study-Growth and Development-Infant and Toddler A 6-month-old female and her 18 month-old brother is brought into the pediatric clinic for a well-baby check. You, as the pediatric nurse, will be assigned to care for this family. 1. Identify and discuss the physical, gross motor, fine motor, sensory, language and socialization expectations for both the 6 month old and the 18 month old. 2. What stage are these children in according to Erikson and Piaget? What is the infant and toddler supposed to learn according to Erikson and Piaget? 4. What immunizations are recommended for each of these age groups. Do not include “make-up” immunizations. 5. Choose one vaccination from either the 6 month old or the 18 month old and discuss when it is given, why it is given, any reactions/contraindication and precaution of the vaccine, and one interesting “fact” about the vaccine 5. Identify what foods would be appropriate for the 6 month old. Which foods are appropriate for the 18 month old? 6. What information would you give these parents regarding safety promotion and injury prevention for both these age groups?
