Adolescent G&D Flashcards

1
Q

When does puberty begin for girls?

A

around 9-10 years old

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2
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When does puberty begin for boys?

A

around 10-11 years old

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3
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What stimulates physical sexual changes for boys and girls?

A

estrogen for girls and testosterone for boys

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4
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What occurs during puberty?

A

physical development, hormonal changes, and sexual maturation

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5
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When does the peak height velocity occur for girls?

A

age 12

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6
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When does peak height velocity occur for boys?

A

age 14

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7
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What enables faster neural processing for adolescence?

A

Growth of the myelin sheath

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8
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Respiratory System changes for adolescence

A
  • increase in diameter and length of the lungs

- respiratory volume and vital capacity increase

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9
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Cardiovascular Changes

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  • size and strength of the heart increase
  • systolic BP increase
  • heart rate increase
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10
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Gastrointestinal Changes

A
  • full set of permanent teeth

- liver, spleen, kidneys, and digestive tract enlarge

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11
Q

When does ossification of the skeletal system occur?

A

incomplete until late adolescence in boys and occurs earlier in girls

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12
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Integumentary System

A
  • skin is thick and tough
  • sebaceous glands are more active
  • sweat glands function at adult level
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13
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Steps to improve communication w/ teens?

A
  • no interruptions
  • face to face
  • ask why they feel the way they do
  • be direct and honest
  • don’t talk down to them
  • don’t pretend to know all answers
  • admit when you are wrong
  • set fair rules
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14
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Who plays an essential role in the identity of adolescents?

A

peer groups

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15
Q

How to care for hospitalized adolescence?

A
  • provide opportunities for adolescents to maintain independence
  • allow participation in decisions
  • encourage socialization w/ friends
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16
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Areas of focus to encourage G&D

A
  • sports
  • school activities
  • safety issues
  • proper nutrition
  • healthy sleep
  • personal care
  • healthy sexual life
  • appropriate discipline
17
Q

Safety Concerns for Adolescence

A
  • unintentional injuries
  • motor vehicle safety
  • firearm safety
  • water safety
18
Q

Nutritional Requirements are?

A
  • increased due to accelerated growth and sexual maturation

- increase zinc, calcium, and iron

19
Q

Factors that Influence Diet

A
  • peer pressure
  • busy schedules
  • concern about weight control
  • conveniences of fast food
20
Q

Promoting Proper Hygiene

A
  • encourage frequent bathing and deodorant use
  • wash face 2-3 times a day
  • discourage squeezing acne and vigorous scrubbing
  • encourage frequent shampooing
  • teach care for body piercings and tattoos
  • discourage sun tanning
21
Q

Risk of Unhealthy Romantic Relationships

A
  • dating violence
  • risky sexual activities (STI’s)
  • premature pregnancy
22
Q

What will we teach teens about dating and sexual intercourse?

A
  • your choice
  • pregnancy, STI, HIV, abstinence
  • violence is not ok
23
Q

Developmental Concerns

A
  • violence
  • suicide
  • homicide
  • substance abuse