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What bodily issue is mentioned as common during a certain life stage?
What bodily issue is mentioned as common during a certain life stage?
- Nausea
- Constipation (correct)
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
What do individuals seek from the opposite sex during a specified period?
What do individuals seek from the opposite sex during a specified period?
- Competition
- Financial support
- Acceptance (correct)
- Friendship
Which aspect of social interaction is highlighted for this life stage?
Which aspect of social interaction is highlighted for this life stage?
- Maintaining independence
- Building trust and loyalty
- Acceptance by the opposite sex (correct)
- Isolation from peers
Which of the following is NOT indicated as a concern during the stage described?
Which of the following is NOT indicated as a concern during the stage described?
What type of educational focus is implied in the content?
What type of educational focus is implied in the content?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a common problem at North Private College of Nursing?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a common problem at North Private College of Nursing?
What is one of the problems linked to mental health concerns mentioned in the document?
What is one of the problems linked to mental health concerns mentioned in the document?
Which problem is associated with an increased risk of self-harm among students?
Which problem is associated with an increased risk of self-harm among students?
Among the following issues, which one specifically indicates a severe outcome related to mental health?
Among the following issues, which one specifically indicates a severe outcome related to mental health?
What is a potential issue students at North Private College of Nursing may face besides eating disorders?
What is a potential issue students at North Private College of Nursing may face besides eating disorders?
What physical change is commonly observed in boys during puberty?
What physical change is commonly observed in boys during puberty?
Which development is indicative of puberty in girls?
Which development is indicative of puberty in girls?
Which of the following is NOT a typical change in boys during puberty?
Which of the following is NOT a typical change in boys during puberty?
What is the outcome of testosterone production during male puberty?
What is the outcome of testosterone production during male puberty?
Which physical change is associated with the onset of puberty in girls?
Which physical change is associated with the onset of puberty in girls?
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Study Notes
Adolescence
- Adolescence is a period of rapid growth and development.
- Adolescents require an increased caloric intake due to growth spurts.
- Girls require 38-48 kcal/kg/day.
- Boys require 42-62 kcal/kg/day.
- Snacking is more common during this period.
- Adolescents need acceptance by the opposite sex.
- Constipation may be common.
- Adolescents must continue brushing their teeth carefully.
Social Development
- Erik Erikson believes that successful adolescence involves the development of mature time perspective and self-identity.
Common Problems
- Common problems during adolescence include:
- Accidents
- Anger
- Depression
- Suicide
- Eating Disorders
- Learning problems.
Physical Development
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Boys:
- Swelling of the breasts
- Growth of pubic, axillary, facial and chest hair
- Change in voice
- Production of spermatozoa
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Girls:
- Increase in pelvic diameter.
References
- Lissauer, T.
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