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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor most significantly affects physical maturation in adolescents?

<p>Genetics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What specific nutritional supplement might female athletes require?

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

What is an important psychosocial developmental milestone during adolescence?

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

What common eating habit change is seen in adolescents?

<p>Increased consumption of fast food (C)</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. (D)</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 (D)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is NOT recommended for soothing an irritable infant?

<p>Vigorous rocking (C)</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% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Freud (D)</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. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended strategy for preventing childhood obesity?

<p>Eating breakfast every day (C)</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. (B)</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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Middle adolescence (C)</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 (D)</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. (A)</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. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Psychosocial conflicts at various life stages (B)</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 (C)</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 (A)</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. (C)</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 (D)</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 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which behavior is most commonly associated with depression in adolescents?

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

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

<p>Moral development (D)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Honey (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do younger adolescents often display egocentrism?

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

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

<p>Adolescent (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is the primary psychosocial task of adolescence?

<p>Establishing a unique identity (A)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What do the Tanner stages describe in relation to adolescence?

<p>The stages of physical maturation (B)</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 (B)</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 (A)</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. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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