Exam 1: Chapter 7 - Health promotion of adolescents (12-20 years) Flashcards
1
Q
When is the final 20%-25% of height achieved?
A
During puberty
2
Q
In what order does sexual maturation occur in females?
A
- breast development
- pubic hair growth
- axillary hair growth
- menstruation
3
Q
In what order does sexual maturation occur in males?
A
- testicular enlargement
- public hair growth
- penile enlargement
- growth of axillary hair
- facial hair growth
- vocal changes
4
Q
Define menarche
A
the first occurrence of menstruation
5
Q
When do girls stop growing?
A
2-2.5 years after the onset of menarche
6
Q
What is the height/weight growth of females after menarche?
A
- height: they grow 5-20cm (2-8in)
- weight: they gain 7-25kg (15.5-55lbs)
7
Q
When do boys stop growing?
A
Around age 18-20
8
Q
What is the height/weight growth of males following puberty up till before they stop growing?
A
- height: grow 10-30cm (4-12in)
- weight: 7-30kg (15.5-66lbs)
9
Q
When does Eriksons theory of psychosocial development identity vs role confusion take place?
A
Adolescence 12-20years
