Which topic is included in infancy parent education?

• A. Regular skin inspection and sensory awareness
• B. High-intensity weightlifting
• C. Avoiding all play
• D. Avoiding ROM

Answer: (A)

Regular skin inspection and sensory awareness are addressed in infancy parent education because infants with spinal cord or neural tube defects can have reduced sensation and limited ability to communicate discomfort. Parents learn to routinely check the skin for redness, warmth, blisters, or breaks, especially over bony areas or where braces and supports are worn. This helps catch problems early before they worsen into ulcers or infections. Sensory awareness guidance teaches parents to notice changes in how the infant feels in different areas—such as numbness or unusual warmth—and to respond promptly, adjusting positioning, activity, or care as needed.

In contrast, topics like high-intensity weightlifting, avoiding all play, or avoiding range of motion aren’t appropriate for infancy education. Infants require safe, developmentally suitable activity, ongoing movement to prevent stiffness, and therapeutic ROM to maintain joint mobility. Regular play and age-appropriate activity support growth and learning, making skin checks and sensory monitoring the focal point for caregiver education in this context.