Pediatric and Adolescent Health Assessment, Growth, Development, Cognition,
Motor Skills, Psychosocial Dynamics, Emotional Regulation, Self-Concept, Peer
Influence, Play Behavior, Sexual Maturation, Puberty, Tanner Stages, Nutrition,
Obesity Risk, Sleep Patterns, Safety Hazards, Bullying, Stress Response, ADHD,
Learning Disabilities, Enuresis, Encopresis, Mental Health, Depression, PTSD,
School Phobia, Substance Use, Reproductive Health, STIs, Contraception,
Preventive Care, Nursing Interventions Exam Questions Verified and Provided
with Complete A+ Graded Rationales Llatest Updated 2026
What age is school age?
6-12 years
What are some tasks that occur during school ages?
Fine motor – small muscle- writing (name, full sentences) typing, cooking, cleaning.
Gross motor – large muscle- swimming, riding bike, sports.
Cognitive – begins to read, counting, math-adding/subtracting.
Language – fine tunning, grammar rules, definitions.
Social – begin to see others perspective, start forming relationships – younger kids prefer same sex
friends, older kids will begin to form opposite sex relationships.
What does play involve doe the school age child?
Involves physical skill, intellectual ability & fantasy.
,Children form groups, cliques, clubs, secret societies.
Rules & rituals.
See need for rules in games they play.
Team play.
Quiet games & activities.
Ego mastery.
Parents are primary influence in shaping the school age child's...
personality, behavior, and value system.
Increasing independence from parents is the primary goal of ___________________.
middle childhood
School age children are not ready to abandon __________________.
parental control
Height increases by __________ per year in school age children.
2 inches
Weight increases by _________ per year in school age children.
4-7 lbs
When does permanent teeth eruption occur?
,6-12 years.
28 teeth by ages 12-13 (average adult has 32 teeth)
Good time to educate about dental health. Brush 2x/day, flossing, dental visits q6 months.
Prepubescence
Defined as 2 years preceding puberty.
Typically occurs during preadolescence.
No universal age to assume characteristics.
Varying ages from 9 to 12 (girls about 2 years earlier than boys).
Average age of puberty is 12 in girls and 14 in boys.
Educate child about changes that will occur.
Use correct terminology for body parts.
How does development of sexuality occur in school age children?
Sex “play” as part of normal curiosity during preadolescence (usually around the 5th grade).
Middle childhood is ideal time for formal sex education.
- Life span approach.
, - Information on sexual maturity & process of reproduction.
- Effective communication with parents.
Treat sex as normal part of growth & development.
What are some potential hazards for the school age child?
Bicycle safety – protective gear (Helmets-head injury is a major cause of bicycle-related fatalities.)
Swimming – Diving dangers, life jackets, swimming lessons
Stranger issues – inappropriate touch
Firearm safety – gun locks, secure locations
Traffic safety – booster seats 8yo or 4’9” & under 12 sit in back seat (following guidelines for use).
What are some obstacles for the school age child?
Self concept "Who am I?"- a conscious awareness of a variety of self-perceptions (abilities, values,
appearance).
Positive self-concept leads to feelings of self-respect, self-confidence, and happiness.
Parents, Peers, & Teachers can influence self concept.
How can we promote positive self-concepts in school age children?
Motor Skills, Psychosocial Dynamics, Emotional Regulation, Self-Concept, Peer
Influence, Play Behavior, Sexual Maturation, Puberty, Tanner Stages, Nutrition,
Obesity Risk, Sleep Patterns, Safety Hazards, Bullying, Stress Response, ADHD,
Learning Disabilities, Enuresis, Encopresis, Mental Health, Depression, PTSD,
School Phobia, Substance Use, Reproductive Health, STIs, Contraception,
Preventive Care, Nursing Interventions Exam Questions Verified and Provided
with Complete A+ Graded Rationales Llatest Updated 2026
What age is school age?
6-12 years
What are some tasks that occur during school ages?
Fine motor – small muscle- writing (name, full sentences) typing, cooking, cleaning.
Gross motor – large muscle- swimming, riding bike, sports.
Cognitive – begins to read, counting, math-adding/subtracting.
Language – fine tunning, grammar rules, definitions.
Social – begin to see others perspective, start forming relationships – younger kids prefer same sex
friends, older kids will begin to form opposite sex relationships.
What does play involve doe the school age child?
Involves physical skill, intellectual ability & fantasy.
,Children form groups, cliques, clubs, secret societies.
Rules & rituals.
See need for rules in games they play.
Team play.
Quiet games & activities.
Ego mastery.
Parents are primary influence in shaping the school age child's...
personality, behavior, and value system.
Increasing independence from parents is the primary goal of ___________________.
middle childhood
School age children are not ready to abandon __________________.
parental control
Height increases by __________ per year in school age children.
2 inches
Weight increases by _________ per year in school age children.
4-7 lbs
When does permanent teeth eruption occur?
,6-12 years.
28 teeth by ages 12-13 (average adult has 32 teeth)
Good time to educate about dental health. Brush 2x/day, flossing, dental visits q6 months.
Prepubescence
Defined as 2 years preceding puberty.
Typically occurs during preadolescence.
No universal age to assume characteristics.
Varying ages from 9 to 12 (girls about 2 years earlier than boys).
Average age of puberty is 12 in girls and 14 in boys.
Educate child about changes that will occur.
Use correct terminology for body parts.
How does development of sexuality occur in school age children?
Sex “play” as part of normal curiosity during preadolescence (usually around the 5th grade).
Middle childhood is ideal time for formal sex education.
- Life span approach.
, - Information on sexual maturity & process of reproduction.
- Effective communication with parents.
Treat sex as normal part of growth & development.
What are some potential hazards for the school age child?
Bicycle safety – protective gear (Helmets-head injury is a major cause of bicycle-related fatalities.)
Swimming – Diving dangers, life jackets, swimming lessons
Stranger issues – inappropriate touch
Firearm safety – gun locks, secure locations
Traffic safety – booster seats 8yo or 4’9” & under 12 sit in back seat (following guidelines for use).
What are some obstacles for the school age child?
Self concept "Who am I?"- a conscious awareness of a variety of self-perceptions (abilities, values,
appearance).
Positive self-concept leads to feelings of self-respect, self-confidence, and happiness.
Parents, Peers, & Teachers can influence self concept.
How can we promote positive self-concepts in school age children?
