Adolescent Nutrition and Development Quiz
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Which nutrient deficiency is a significant risk for adolescents adopting a strict vegetarian diet?

  • Vitamin C
  • Protein (correct)
  • Carbohydrates
  • Fiber

    • What is a common indicator of depression in adolescents?

  • Becoming secretive about activities with peer groups (correct)
  • Enhancing academic performance
  • Starting to engage in hobbies
  • Increased involvement in sports

    • Which scenario is most likely to involve accidents among adolescents?

  • Experimenting with drugs
  • Driving a car or other vehicle (correct)
  • Handling household chores
  • Playing video games

    • What is an essential consideration when advising a teenager about contraception?

    <p>Discussing methods of contraception</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor most significantly affects physical maturation in adolescents?

    <p>Genetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific nutritional supplement might female athletes require?

    <p>Iron tablets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important psychosocial developmental milestone during adolescence?

    <p>Creating a personal identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What common eating habit change is seen in adolescents?

    <p>Increased consumption of fast food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which response by the nurse addresses the mother's concern about the 9-month-old infant's crying during an exam?

    <p>Your baby is scared to be away from you. I will let you provide further comfort when I am done.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of growth and development guidelines for infants?

    <p>Help parents anticipate their child’s changing needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an indicator of physical maturation stages for a 12-month-old infant that would concern a nurse during a checkup?

    <p>Unable to walk 10 to 15 steps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique is NOT recommended for soothing an irritable infant?

    <p>Vigorous rocking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following weight changes is expected during the first week of life for a newborn?

    <p>Decreases about 5% to 10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theorist is associated with the concept of sexual latency in school-age children?

    <p>Freud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most effective intervention when addressing a preschooler's sexual curiosity?

    <p>Use correct terminology to prevent misunderstanding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended strategy for preventing childhood obesity?

    <p>Eating breakfast every day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the nutritional needs of adolescents during exam periods?

    <p>Protein-rich foods like eggs can enhance concentration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of emotional development, what is a common indicator of depression in adolescents?

    <p>Reduced ability to concentrate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which stage of adolescence is familial turmoil most likely to occur?

    <p>Middle adolescence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of assigning chores to a 12-year-old?

    <p>Helps the child develop self-esteem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important consideration when a 15-year-old believes everyone is watching her?

    <p>This may interfere with her development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which health intervention is appropriate for a child who has lost a tooth?

    <p>Call the dentist and keep the tooth in milk.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Erikson's developmental theory?

    <p>Psychosocial conflicts at various life stages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what stage do children typically begin to engage in fantasy play and form cliques?

    <p>3-5 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of Jean Piaget's development theory is characterized by children being able to think logically about concrete objects?

    <p>Concrete Operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What response should a nurse give when a mother expresses concern about her child's developmental milestones?

    <p>It is common for second-borns to develop differently.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age do children typically begin to play cooperatively and engage in creative play?

    <p>5-7 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Tanner stages, what indicates that an adolescent female has reached stage 3 of sexual maturity?

    <p>The areola and papilla form a secondary mound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which behavior is most commonly associated with depression in adolescents?

    <p>Decline in academic performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of development does Lawrence Kohlberg's theory primarily address?

    <p>Moral development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most effective way for parents to support adolescents in decision-making?

    <p>Encouraging independent thought and discussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a potential food source that can cause botulism in infants?

    <p>Honey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do younger adolescents often display egocentrism?

    <p>They feel overlooked by adults</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of emotional development involves the crisis of identity vs. role confusion?

    <p>Adolescent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of play characterized by exploring and imitating is typical for infants?

    <p>Parallel Play</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary psychosocial task of adolescence?

    <p>Establishing a unique identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what order should the stages of Lawrence Kohlberg's moral development theory be arranged?

    <p>Preconventional, Conventional, Postconventional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influence does the adolescent peer group exert as they mature?

    <p>Promotes independence from family values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the Tanner stages describe in relation to adolescence?

    <p>The stages of physical maturation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What advice might be beneficial for a parent concerned about a teenager's shift in behavior?

    <p>Seek to understand adolescent behavior and changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an appropriate food choice for an adolescent recovering from physical activity, like field hockey?

    <p>A fruit smoothie with protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about adolescent nutritional needs is accurate?

    <p>Higher levels of protein and calcium are essential for growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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