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Chapter-08 Growth and Development of an Infant

BOOK TITLE: A Quick Reference Guide to Child’s Growth and Development for Nurses

Author
1. Kalaimathi S Ani Grace
ISBN
9789350256367
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/11560_8
Edition
1/e
Publishing Year
2012
Pages
12
Author Affiliations
1. Mother College of Nursing, Mother Hospital, Pullazhy, Thrissur, Kerala, India
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Abstract

This chapter provides sound understanding of growth and development of an infant. Newborn reflexes, Erickson’s theory, Freud stage of development, Piaget’s intellectual stage weight, height, head circumference, chest circumference closure of sutures are described in detail. Newborn reflexes are given in detail with the help of 8 well illustrated diagrams. First teeth chart and permanent teeth chart are described along with illustrations. 3 tables are included to provide better learning of vital signs and eruption of teeth.

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