Growth and development adolescents

Question 1

what are some health concerns for adolescents

Answer 1

eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, obesity), sexual activity, drugs and alcohol

Question 2

how does weight increase for adolescent boys

Answer 2

15 to 66 pounds

Question 3

how does weight increase for adolescent girls

Answer 3

15 to 55 pounds

Question 4

what immunizations do adolescents get

Answer 4

mengioccol (booster at 16), HPV, Tdap

Question 5

What changes in puberty do you seen in adolescent girls

Answer 5

develop faster, smaller physical structure, menarche by 14 years old, first sign is breast development, pubic and axillary hair

Question 6

what is included in eriksons identity versus role confusion

Answer 6

increased reliance on peers, major influence on peer groups, anxiety and or preoccupation with sex and sexuality if unable to overcome then role confusion

Question 7

what are some gross motor skills seen in adolescence

Answer 7

begin to develop endurance, increase speed and accuracy, develops interests for sports and other activities

Question 8

what should be considered for a hospitalized adolescent

Answer 8

maintain contact with peers and school activities, provide privacy and modesty, involved in care, loss of freedom, encourage them to do what they can for themselves

Question 9

what puberty changes are seen in adolescent boys

Answer 9

secondary sex characteristics developed by 17 to 18 years old, testicular and penis growth, hair pubic growth and voice deepens

Question 10

what kind of social development and play changes are seen in adolescence

Answer 10

peers are primary social group, pushes parent or caregivers away, explores romantic relationships, develops life goals and plans, enjoys alone time

Question 11

how much sleep does an adolescent get

Answer 11

8 to 10 hours of sleep tend to get less

Question 12

what are some physical changes seen in adolescence

Answer 12

increased BP, decreased heart rate, vital organs have reached adult size, pituitary glands send messages for sex hormones to start working

Question 13

why does an adolescent need more iron

Answer 13

for expanding blood volume

Question 14

why does an adolescent need more calcium and vitamin D

Answer 14

for rapid skeletal growth

Question 15

why does an adolescent need more zinc

Answer 15

for sexual maturation and final body growth

Question 16

what fine motor skills are seen in adolescents

Answer 16

manipulates complicated objects, high skill level with computer or video games, good finger dexterity for intricate tasks, precise hand eye coordination

Question 17

what is the communication skill of an adolescent

Answer 17

50,000 or more words, debate skills, rights and speaks correctly

Question 18

what kind of non opioid medications are considered for a adolescent getting a procedure

Answer 18

acetaminophen, celecoxib, and gabapentin started 48 hours before surgery, continued use of non opioid medications the morning of surgery and only five days after

Question 19

what are the daily meal requirements for an adolescent

Answer 19

three healthy meals and two to three healthy snacks avoid high fat processed food and fast food model good food choices

Question 20

how much does an adolescent girl increase in height

Answer 20

8 to 12 inches

Question 21

how much does an adolescent boy increase in height

Answer 21

4 to 12 inches

Question 22

what is included in piagets formal operational stage for adolescence

Answer 22

can think abstractly, use logic to solve problems, form and test hypothesis, take interest in social issues, compares their beliefs to others