Adulthood Flashcards
when ages are considered early adulthood
19-40s
men experience growth in vertebrae until they are this old
30
what age do people have peak bone mass
35 yrs
what happens to bone mass of women after 35 yrs
gradually decrease
at what age is calcium levels at its peak
20s
after 35, the capacity & maximum work rate w/o fatigue ____
decreases
aka: gingivitis
gum disease
list healthy vitals of an adult
60-90 bpm
18-24 respirations
120/80 mmHg
what changes in the GI after 30 yrs
GI secretions & juices decrease
list some things that are in its peak in your 20s
body shape, hair growth, muscle development
at what age is maximum cardiac output
20s-30s
at what ages do men & women have peak respiratory function respectively
25 yrs; 20 yrs
define BASAL METABOLIC RATE
amnt of energy used at rest
an increase in weight in adulthood could be because of _____
decrease in basal metabolic rate
at what age is hearing best?
20 yrs
at what age does visual acuity decrease
after 25 years
define PRESBYOPIA
decrease eye elasticity & increase in opacity of lens
list changes is the senses/nervous system in adult hood
- # of neurons & brain size decrease
- perception & sensation change (but speed & accuracy not affected)
- reaction time increases 20-30yrs
define SEXUALITY
broad term including anatomy, gender roles, relationships, thoughts, feelings, & attitude regarding sex
list factors for SEXUALITY
- biological development
- education
- personality
- sociocultural influences
- religious & ethical values
Who created the cycle of sexual response
Masters & Johnson
what are the 4 stages of the CYCLE OF SEXUAL RESPONSE
- excitement
- Plateau
- orgasm
- resolution
describe the EXCITEMENT STAGE of the cycle of sexual response
feelings & sensations cause muscle tension & vasocongestion in reproductive organs
describe the PLATEAU STAGE of the cycle of sexual response
excitement plateaus; high excitement before orgasm
describe the ORGASM STAGE of the cycle of sexual response
rhythmic contractions of vagina, male ejaculation, engorgement of genitalia, & increase BP/bpm/respiration, & muscle tension
define EGO IDENTITY
sense of who one is
define INTROSPECTION
self reflection
describe the RESOLUTION STAGE of the cycle of sexual response
return to unaroused state & men enter refractory period
define SOCIAL CLOCK
cultural expectations when milestones should be
define INTIMACY
being able to dedicate oneself to an emotional relationship; not necessarily romantic
define RECIPROCITY
mutual helping & supporting
define COMPATIBILITY
tone of relationship, comfort, ease of relationship, friendship
define RESPECTABILITY
role modeling & valuing of other
define PROXIMITY
frequency of interaction & duration of relationship; not really about geographic proximity
what are the 3 attachment styles to relationships
secure, avoidant, anxious
describe a SECURE ATTACHMENT in a relationship
perceive relationships positively & established smoothly & naturally
describe an AVOIDANT ATTACHMENT in a relationship
avoid commitment leading to multiple, short-lived relationships
describe an ANXIOUS ATTACHMENT in a relationship
anxious, possessive, demanding, & lack of trust in partners
list characteristics of maturity
- have broad perspectives that are not overly influenced
- interest in community needs
- take responsibility for actions
- deal w/problems/setbacks w/o losing sight of goal
define FEMINIST MORALITY (?)
true understanding of oneself & others leading to mutual satisfaction
how many calories should men in early adulthood eat per day
2700-3000 calories
how many calories should women in early adulthood eat per day
1600-2100 calories
how much of an early adult’s diet consist of protein
15%
what are the 3 types of fats
trans, saturated, & unsaturated
which fat has a direct link to coronary heart disease
trans fat
which fats are solid at room temperature
saturated fat
give examples of saturated fats
meat, eggs, organ meats, dairy products, butter
what type of fat are liquid at room temperature
unsaturated fats
what combination of fats decreases the risk for colon & rectal cancer
decrease saturated fat & increase monounsaturated fat
what are the 2 subcategories of unsaturated fat
monounsaturated & polyunsaturated
give examples of polyunsaturated fats
corn, cottonseed, safflower, sunflower, sesame, & soybean oils
give examples of monounsaturated fat
canola/olive/peanut oil, avocados, olives, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts
what percent of early adult’s diet should consist of carbohydrates
50-60%
what vitamins & minerals do young adults generally lack
calcium, iron, potassium, zinc, vitamin D & B
what two vitamins/minerals prevent osteoprosis
calcium & vitamin D
what two vitamins are antioxidants
vitamin C & E
what vitamin is not stored in the body so they need to be ingested daily?
vitamin C
which race is more likely to have hypertension
african americans
how many hours of sleep should young adults get per night
7-9 hrs
define INSOMNIA
inability to sleep; includes long time to fall asleep, wake frequently/too early, tired & unrested when awokem
benefits of aerobic exercise
- increase cardiac output & metabolic rate
- develop muscle fitness, endurance, power, & flexibility
- best for burning calories
benefits of resistance exercise
- burn fewer calories
- build muscle mass
- maintain metabolic rat
what is the recommended amount of physical activity for young adults
150 min of moderate exercise/75 min of vigorous activity per week
to improve cardiovascular health in adults, how much exercise should they do per week
3-5 times per week for at least 30 min
purpose of MANTAOUX SKIN TEST
screen for TB
the papanicolaou test is also called what
pap smear
how many classes are there for the pap smear
5
define CLASS 1 of a papsmear
absence of abnormal cells
define CLASS 2 of a papsmear
atypical but nonmalignant cells
define CLASS 3 of a papsmear
abnormal cell presence
define CLASS 4 of a papsmear
cells possibly but not definitely malignant