Adolescent Flashcards
What is the heart rate of adolescents?
70 bpm
What is the BP of adolescents?
120/70 mmHg
At what stage of Erikson’s theory are adolescents in?
Identity vs. Role Confusion
When does the final stage of cognitive development begin?
12 to 13 years old
What is the final stage of cognitive development?
Formal operational thought
What type of reasoning is used in the formal operational thought stage?
Deductive reasoning
What is the most common unintentional injury that causes death among adolescents?
Motor vehicle accidents
What are appealing because of their low cost and convenience in parking but are a source of injury and death for adolescents?
Motorcycles, motorbikes and motor scooters
What is menorrhagia?
Heavy menstrual flow
What kind of diet do athletes use to ensure they have enough energy for an event?
Glycogen Loading
How many hours of sleep do adolescents require?
8 hours or more
What stage of Erikson’s theory are Late Adolescents in?
Intimacy vs. Isolation
How many minutes a day should adolescents strive to participate in aerobic exercise?
30 to 60 minutes a day
How many times a week should adolescents perform muscle-strengthening activites?
3 to 4 times a week
What is considered hypertension in 16-year old females?
127/81 mmHg
What is considered hypertension in 16-year old males?
131/81
What is the term for taking drugs prescribed for another family member or pet?
pharming
What is a common prescription medication for acne?
tretinoin (Retin-A)
What are examples of topical antibiotic creams for acne?
dapsone, tetracycline, doxycycline
What is another medication given if traditional therapy does not work for acne?
Isotretinoin
When do second molars erupt?
13 years of age
When do the third molars (wisdom teeth) erupt?
18-21 years of age
What age do males start growing more body hair and their voice changes?
13-15 years
At what age does the genitalia reach adult size and sperm production matures?
15-16 years
At what age do males start having facial acne?
16-17
At what age does skeletal growth end for males?
17-18
By what age do the breast areola and papilla form a secondary mound, and pregnancy is possible?
13-15
By what age do females start having acne, the breast tissue appears adult, and nipples protrude?
15-16
By what age does skeletal growth end for females?
16-17
What are derivatives of the natural hormone testosterone?
Anabolic steroids
What are some common forms of anabolic steroids?
stanozolol (oral) and testosterone propionate (injection)
What are a group of drugs used in the treatment of hyperactivity and narcolepsy?
Amphetamines
What are called “uppers” or “speed”
Amphetamines
What is one of the most prevalent drugs of abuse in late adolescence?
Cocaine
What is the term form cocaine combined with heroin?
Speedball
