1 Cultural Influences Cultural influences means historical, geographical, and familial factors that affect assessment and intervention processes.
How can I teach my child to swallow a pill? Some children as young as age 3 or 4 can swallow a pill, while some teenagers still can't accomplish the task! When your child is ready to try, have him practice with something small and hard-coated, like Tic Tac breath mints. Here's how: With a mouthful of water, have your child look up at the ceiling.
Once your child is 6 years old, you can give him an over-the-counter cough or cold medicine â just make sure it's appropriate for his age and measure each dose exactly according to the directions.Also, never give your child more than one type of cough or cold medicine at a time.our child may also have cold symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, and a mild cough, for up to two weeks before more severe coughing spells begin. If this sounds like what your child has, call his doctor right away. Whooping cough can be severe, especially in babies younger than a year old.