The Newborn Key Terms

What is an important factor in the cognitive development of a newborn?

• Nutrition

• Political debates

• Astrological signs

• Historical events

What happens to red blood cells in anemia?

• They increase in number

• They decrease in number

• They remain the same

• They change color.

What is Phenylketonuria (PKU)?

• A common cold

• A rare inherited metabolic disorder

• A type of cancer

• A bacterial infection

What can untreated PKU lead to?

• Improved vision

• Intellectual disability

• Enhanced strength

• Faster metabolism

What is a Well-Baby Checkup?

• A) A routine medical visit for adults

• B) A routine medical visit in which the doctor examines a baby for signs of good and proper growth

• C) A visit to the dentist

• D) A vaccination appointment

Which of the following best describes reflexes?

• A) They require conscious thought

• B) They are automatic and unlearned

• C) They are learned over time

• D) They are voluntary actions.

What is colic?

• A) A condition that causes babies to cry for long periods of time for no apparent reason.

• B) A condition that causes babies to sleep for long periods of time.

• C) A condition that causes babies to laugh for no apparent reason.

• D) A condition that causes babies to eat more than usual.

What age group does a pediatrician specialize in?

• Newborns to adults

• Infants to adults

• Teenagers to elderly

• Adults only

What is the primary purpose of a newborn screening test?

• A) To determine the baby's gender

• B) To identify any potential genetic or metabolic disorders early

• C) To assess the baby's weight

• D) To check the baby's vision

Which of the following is a common sign of teething in infants?

• A) Increased appetite

• B) Excessive drooling

• C) Sleeping through the night

• D) Reduced crying