Growth and development adolescents Flashcards
what are some health concerns for adolescents
eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, obesity), sexual activity, drugs and alcohol
how does weight increase for adolescent boys
15 to 66 pounds
how does weight increase for adolescent girls
15 to 55 pounds
what immunizations do adolescents get
mengioccol (booster at 16), HPV, Tdap
What changes in puberty do you seen in adolescent girls
develop faster, smaller physical structure, menarche by 14 years old, first sign is breast development, pubic and axillary hair
what is included in eriksons identity versus role confusion
increased reliance on peers, major influence on peer groups, anxiety and or preoccupation with sex and sexuality if unable to overcome then role confusion
what are some gross motor skills seen in adolescence
begin to develop endurance, increase speed and accuracy, develops interests for sports and other activities
what should be considered for a hospitalized adolescent
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
what puberty changes are seen in adolescent boys
secondary sex characteristics developed by 17 to 18 years old, testicular and penis growth, hair pubic growth and voice deepens
what kind of social development and play changes are seen in adolescence
peers are primary social group, pushes parent or caregivers away, explores romantic relationships, develops life goals and plans, enjoys alone time
how much sleep does an adolescent get
8 to 10 hours of sleep tend to get less
what are some physical changes seen in adolescence
increased BP, decreased heart rate, vital organs have reached adult size, pituitary glands send messages for sex hormones to start working
why does an adolescent need more iron
for expanding blood volume
why does an adolescent need more calcium and vitamin D
for rapid skeletal growth
why does an adolescent need more zinc
for sexual maturation and final body growth
what fine motor skills are seen in adolescents
manipulates complicated objects, high skill level with computer or video games, good finger dexterity for intricate tasks, precise hand eye coordination
what is the communication skill of an adolescent
50,000 or more words, debate skills, rights and speaks correctly
what kind of non opioid medications are considered for a adolescent getting a procedure
acetaminophen, celecoxib, and gabapentin started 48 hours before surgery, continued use of non opioid medications the morning of surgery and only five days after
what are the daily meal requirements for an adolescent
three healthy meals and two to three healthy snacks avoid high fat processed food and fast food model good food choices
how much does an adolescent girl increase in height
8 to 12 inches
how much does an adolescent boy increase in height
4 to 12 inches
what is included in piagets formal operational stage for adolescence
can think abstractly, use logic to solve problems, form and test hypothesis, take interest in social issues, compares their beliefs to others
