Human development Flashcards
Which of the following is an attribute of human development?
A. Financial independence
B. Physical growth
C. Cultural traditions
D. Geographical location
Answer: B
Rationale: Attributes of human development include physical, motor, cognitive, psychosocial, and adaptive skills.
What is a primary antecedent for human development?
A. Socioeconomic status
B. Biological health
C. Psychological stress
D. Marital status
Answer: B
Rationale: Antecedents such as genetics and prenatal health are foundational to human development
Which theory emphasizes the role of social interaction in development?
A. Piaget’s Cognitive Theory
B. Erikson’s Psychosocial Theory
C. Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory
D. Freud’s Psychosexual Theory
Answer: C
Rationale: Vygotsky’s theory focuses on the influence of social and cultural interactions.
A nurse teaching about Erikson’s theory should emphasize which task for middle-aged adults?
A. Trust vs. mistrust
B. Autonomy vs. shame
C. Generativity vs. stagnation
D. Integrity vs. despair
Answer: C
Rationale: Middle adulthood focuses on generativity vs. stagnation according to Erikson.
A delay in which developmental milestone indicates altered growth in a toddler?
A. Sitting without support
B. Walking by 18 months
C. Speaking in full sentences at 4 years
D. Recognizing colors by 6 years
Answer: B
Rationale: Walking by 18 months is a key developmental milestone for toddlers.
Which principle states that development is flexible and adaptable?
A. Lifelong development
B. Plasticity
C. Predictability
D. Multidimensionality
Answer: B
Rationale: Plasticity refers to the adaptability of development at any stage of life.
Which is a psychosocial factor influencing human development?
A. Nutrition
B. Education
C. Relationships
D. Climate
Answer: C
Rationale: Psychosocial factors involve relationships and emotional well-being.
Which assessment finding in an infant suggests altered growth and development?
A. Smiling at 6 weeks
B. Crawling at 12 months
C. Holding head up by 6 months
D. Babbling at 9 months
Answer: B
Rationale: Crawling is expected earlier than 12 months; this could indicate a delay.
Which of the following is considered a risk factor for altered development?
A. Full-term birth
B. Active family support
C. Chronic malnutrition
D. Participation in physical activities
Answer: C
Rationale: Chronic malnutrition can negatively impact growth and development.
The nurse’s first step in applying the nursing process for developmental imbalance is:
A. Planning interventions
B. Assessing the individual
C. Collaborating with a dietitian
D. Evaluating outcomes
Answer: B
Rationale: Assessment is the initial step in the nursing process.
Developmental milestones are achieved at the same time for all individuals.
Answer: False
Rationale: Milestone timing varies based on individual differences.
Piaget’s theory focuses primarily on cognitive development across the lifespan.
Answer: True
Rationale: Piaget’s theory specifically addresses cognitive changes.
A supportive environment is crucial for optimal human development.
Answer: True
Rationale: Environmental factors significantly impact development.
Plasticity refers to the fixed and unchangeable nature of development
Answer: False
Rationale: Plasticity describes development’s flexibility and adaptability.
Failure to achieve developmental milestones always indicates a permanent disability.
Answer: False
Rationale: Developmental delays may be temporary and resolved with interventions.
