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.
âAge doesnât really impact your ability to swallow a pill,â said the lead author, Dr. Kathleen Bradford, a professor of pediatrics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. âA teenager can have just as many problems as a 5-year-old.