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Adolescent
Growth and Development
Question | Answer |
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What are the four main physical changes that occur with puberty? | Increased rate of growth, sex-specific changes, distribution of muscle and fat, and development of the reproductive system |
Does the growth spurt of puberty occur first in girls or boys? | Girls |
What is menarche? | The first menstrual flow |
When should education about menarche begin? | In the school-age years in the home |
How much blood is lost with each period? | 30-60 mL |
When does the first ejaculation occur? | 13-14 years |
When does menarche occur? | 11-14 years |
What is a concern during sexual development? | Teens are preoccupied with their bodies. |
Is masturbation normal? | Yes |
What is the negative behavior of adolescence related to? | Growing self-consciousness |
What is Eriskon's psychosocial stage of development for adolescents? | Identity v. Role Confusion |
What is the beginning of an identity? | Separation of the individual from the family |
Why is dating important to adolescents? | It helps establish social status and recognition within the peer group |
What is the best parenting style in terms of discipline for the adolescent? | Democratic |
What is a good way for adolescents to learn the consequences of their actions? | Grounding |
What is the stage of cognitive development during adolescence? | Formal operational thought |
Describe formal operational thought. | Rational thinking, problem solving, abstract thinking |
What is moral judgement based on? | Earlier learned principles of right and wrong |
Describe the transitional phase of moral development? | Teenagers begin to question previous values, allowing them to try out their own code of ethics. |
What is characteristic of anorexia nervosa? | A relentless pursuit of thinness and altered metabolic activity |
What is the average age of onset for anorexia nervosa? | 13.75 years |
What is characteristic of bulimia nervosa? | Tooth erosion and esophageal damage |
How many cycles can occur with bulimia nervosa? | 8 or more per day |
What is "Fear of Fat" syndrome? | A diet lacking in iron, calcium, and zinc |
What defines obesity? | Greater than the 95th percentile in weight for age, gender, and height |
How many children are obese? | 25=30% |
What therapy is recommended for obesity? | Exercise plans and healthy diet. Pharmacologic therapy is not recommended in children and adolescents |