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Differentiate between growth and development.
Growth refers to the measurable physical changes that occur throughout a person's life. Development refers to the changes of intellectual, mental, emotional, social, and functional skills that occur over time.
Describe physical growth and development.
Refers to body growth including height and weight changes, muscle and nerve development, and changes in body organs.
Describe mental growth and development.
Refers to intellectual development including learning how to solve problems, make judgments, and deal with situations.
Describe emotional growth and development.
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Describe social growth and development.
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What is puberty?
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List 5 signs that may indicate an individual is thinking about committing suicide.
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List at least 4 reasons why people use chemicals or become involved in chemical abuse.
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What is terminal illness?
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Identify 3 fears that a person with a terminal illness might have.
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Do all dying patients go through the 5 stages of grief? Why or why not?
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What is the philosophy behind hospice care?
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What legal documents allow a dying patient to instruct the doctor to withhold treatments that might prolong life?
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Do you believe in the 'right to die'? Why or why not?
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Differentiate between assisted suicide and euthanasia.
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Identify 3 requirements that an individual must meet to qualify for assisted suicide.
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Explain what is meant by a hierarchy of needs.
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List 6 psychological needs.
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Identify 3 events that might threaten an individual's safety.
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Why might a person hesitate to take a job with prestige and a high salary in a hospital located in an area with a high crime rate?
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Individuals who feel safe and secure are more willing to __________ to change and more willing to face __________.
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When does an individual begin to feel esteem and gain respect?
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What is meant by self-actualization?
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When needs are felt, individuals are ________________ to act. If the need is met, _________________ occurs. If the need is not met, _________________ occurs.
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Identify 3 ways in which love and affection are satisfied.
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Study Notes
Growth vs. Development
- Growth involves measurable physical changes throughout life, while development includes changes in intellectual, mental, emotional, social, and functional skills.
Physical Growth and Development
- Includes changes in height, weight, muscle and nerve development, and organ maturation.
Mental Growth and Development
- Encompasses intellectual development such as problem-solving, judgment skills, and coping with different situations.
Emotional Growth and Development
- Involves the recognition and expression of feelings, including love, hate, joy, fear, and excitement.
Social Growth and Development
- Pertains to the ability to interact and form relationships with others.
Puberty
- Represents the physical maturation of sexual organs and the emergence of secondary sexual characteristics.
Warning Signs of Suicide
- Sudden shifts in appetite and sleep patterns
- Withdrawal, increased depression, and moodiness
- Extreme fatigue and neglect of personal hygiene
- Use of alcohol or drugs
Reasons for Chemical Abuse
- Seeking relief from anxiety or stress
- Influence of peer pressure
- Attempting to escape emotional or psychological issues
- Experimentation with chemical-induced feelings
Terminal Illness
- Defined as a disease that is incurable and leads to death.
Fears Associated with Terminal Illness
- Pain and suffering
- Fear of abandonment
- Loneliness
Grief and Dying
- Not all dying patients experience all five stages of grief; some may go through them simultaneously or may not experience all stages.
Hospice Care Philosophy
- Focuses on allowing patients to die with dignity and in comfort.
Advanced Directives
- Legal documents enabling patients to instruct doctors to withhold life-prolonging treatments.
Right to Die
- The belief in the right to choose to end one’s suffering and to die peacefully.
Assisted Suicide vs. Euthanasia
- Assisted suicide involves a physician providing means for the patient to end their life, while euthanasia is the physician administering the lethal dose.
Requirements for Assisted Suicide
- Must be a resident of the state
- Must be mentally competent
- Must have a terminal illness
Hierarchy of Needs
- Concept suggesting that basic needs must be fulfilled before higher-level needs can be pursued.
Psychological Needs
- Key survival needs include food, water, oxygen, waste elimination, sleep, and protection from extremes in temperature.
Safety Threats
- Changes in environment, alteration of routine, and job loss can pose threats to an individual's safety.
Hesitation for High-Status Jobs
- Concerns may arise over the stress of dealing with numerous patients or managing serious injuries, especially in high-crime areas.
Safety and Adaptability
- Feeling safe enhances an individual's willingness to accept change and confront unknown situations.
Feeling of Esteem
- Esteem and respect from others are gained through their acknowledgment of approval and appreciation.
Self-Actualization
- Represents the realization of personal potential and fulfillment of one’s self-image.
Motivation Related to Needs
- Individuals act when needs are felt; satisfaction occurs when needs are met, whereas unmet needs result in tension.
Expressions of Love and Affection
- Established through friendship, social contracts, and acceptance from others.
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