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concepts of nursing

growth and development of the adolescent

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A female patient who experiences menarche at age 12 would be expected to reach reproductive maturity by no later than age _____. 15
14yr-old female tells the nurse she is concerned about being taller than her peers and is worried she will continue to grow in height. Which question by the nurse is most useful for giving guidance regarding expected changes in height related to puberty? “When did you start menstruation?”
A pre-adolescent male can expect physical changes to occur in which order? Testicular enlargement Growth of pubic hair Penile enlargement Deeper voice Axillary hair Facial hair
Which developmental changes are expected in females beginning with menarche? Ovulation Increase in estrogen
Match the Tanner stage of male sexual development with the appropriate physical description.
1. Enlarged, pink scrotum with long straight pubic hair 2
2. Slightly curly, brown pubic hair with a penis slightly larger than a child's 3
3. Dark scrotum and enlarged glans penis 4
4. Pubic hair on inner thighs 5
Which statement best characterizes the early adolescent mindset regarding body image and self-perception? Concerned only with him/herself
Early adolescent abstract thinking Understanding bad grades will harm chances of getting into college
Late adolescent abstract thinking Analyzing career paths and taking pre-emptive action
Adolescent logical reasoning Comprehending the importance of community recycling
Which are the major psychosocial developments that should occur during adolescence? Becoming independent Determining gender identity Solidifying future plans for an occupation
According to Holland-Hall and Burnstein, which developmental change in the brain allows for the adolescent’s ability to think critically and solve problems? Neuron maturation
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