Young Adult Flashcards

1
Q

Young adults is defined by ages __-__

A

18-35

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2
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Criteria for adulthood defined by…

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Social context (voting, culture)

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3
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3 examples of social context

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1) economic independence
2) have committed long-term relationship
3) independent decision making

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4
Q

Key for young adulthood

A

potentially difficult period

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5
Q

Why is young adulthood a difficult period?

A

more life changes

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6
Q

Stress can be…

A

positive or negative

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7
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3 normative stressors

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marriage, having children, starting a career

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8
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Negative stressors

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miscarriage, serious illness

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9
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Stressors require…

A

coping skills

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10
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2 examples of coping skills

A

problem solving, stress management

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11
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3 examples of stress management

A

positive thinking, expression of feelings, seeking help when needed

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12
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Full growth for women age

A

17

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13
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Full growth for men age

A

21

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14
Q

Young adult age group is…

A

declining

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15
Q

18-24 years are at risk for… (5)

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Unintentional injuries, alcohol usage, drugs, tobacco, suicide

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16
Q

Preventative health concerns…

A

Developing behaviors that promote healthy lifestyle

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17
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Goals are to decrease the incidence of…

A

Injuries, accidents, acts of violence

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18
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4 examples of acts of violence

A

Motor vehicle, unintentional injuries, homicide, suicide

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19
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Young adulthood characteristics

A

healthiest time of life, peak abilities

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20
Q

Young adulthood is the time of… (according to Piaget)

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Abstract, analytical thinking

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21
Q

Young adulthood according to Kohlberg

A

Principled moral reasoning

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22
Q

Young adulthood are risk takers and

A

lack of fear

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23
Q

Important to obtain for young adults

A

behavioral health history

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24
Q

When you can focus on… (3)

A

Seat belt use, alcohol use, activities that can cause injury

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25
Q

Check up recommendations

A

every 2 years

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26
Q

Young adults are less likely to have __ __

A

well visits leading to preventative services

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27
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Goals for young adults (18-24 yrs) (4)

A

Promote healthy lifestyle
Reduce MVC
Decrease alcohol and drug abuse
Increase mental health

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28
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Peak physical skills (4)

A

Venturesome
Daring
Enterprising
Aggressive

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29
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Less experience with __

A

death, may take risks

30
Q

__ lack of fear

A

Developmental

31
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You should make interventions…

A

relatable to them at time

32
Q

Start looking at CVD…

A

Screen BP in young adults, should be less than 120/80

33
Q

Leading cause of death worldwide…

A

CVD and women

34
Q

CVD prevention: Total cholesterol

A

less than 200mg

35
Q

CVD prevention: Glucose

A

less than 100 mg/dL

36
Q

CVD prevention: BMI

A

less than 25

37
Q

Other CVD prevention

A

No smoking, regular exercise, DASH diet

38
Q

Educate on sun exposure… (3)

A

Risk of sun exposure and tanning
Use sun block
Awareness of skin cancer

39
Q

Activity/exercise pattern recommendations (2)

A

use helmets and protective sports equipment

40
Q

Sleep rest pattern subject to… (3)

A

fatigue, work stress, inactivity

41
Q

Sleep rest pattern recommendations (2)

A

Change activity or stressor

Try out new tasks or physical activities

42
Q

Most common sleep disorder in the US

A

Insomnia

43
Q

Insomnia involves.. (2)

A

difficulty falling asleep OR staying asleep

44
Q

Insomnia affects…

A

40 million americans

45
Q

Psychosocial development according to Erikson

A

Development of increased sense of competency and self-esteem

46
Q

Erikson young adulthood

A

Intimacy versus isolation

47
Q

A young adults task is… (Erikson)

A

making attachments to others

48
Q

Young adults must seek (Erikson)

A

meaningful friendships and intimate relationships

49
Q

When the young adult avoids making commitment to others…

A

isolation occurs

50
Q

Life-change adjustments… (4)

A

Career change, relocation, balancing multiple roles, developing long-term goals for family security

51
Q

Self-perception/self concept pattern includes…

A

Identity

Work and personal responsibilities

52
Q

Identity includes… (3)

A

Separation from family authority
Beginning adult identity
Work provides self esteem and socialization

53
Q

Work and personal responsibilities includes…

A

Beginning balance of person and work responsibility

Developing relationships within the workforce

54
Q

Infertility affects…

A

10-15% of couples

55
Q

Infertility has an increased diagnoses of age over..

A

25 years of age

56
Q

Infertility can be very __ and __

A

Stressful and expensive

57
Q

Teen birthrate decreased __ in the past decade

A

30%

58
Q

__% of unplanned pregnancies are caused by contraceptive failure

A

50%

59
Q

The nurse’s role in contraceptive counseling

A

Help change method most appropriate to their needs

60
Q

Age 20-24 is at highest risk for…

A

STDs

61
Q

Screening for chlamydia is recommended for ages…

A

24 years and younger

62
Q

Multiple STDs increase the risk of…

A

HIV

63
Q

Achievement-oriented stress is caused by

A

internal pressure to succeed defined goals

64
Q

Achievement-oriented stress leads to workaholic habits that..

A

Cause lack of sleep and omission of meals

65
Q

Depression causes (4)

A

New/change in relationships
Independence
Work or unemployment
Dissatisfaction with life choices (career or school)

66
Q

Signs/symptoms of depression

A

Crying, difficulty socializing, not leaving the home

67
Q

Leading cause of death in young adults

A

Suicide

68
Q

Depression can lead to…

A

Substance abuse and eating disorders

69
Q

Depression screening questions

A

Thoughts about harming yourself?

Have you tried?

70
Q

As a nurse, you’ll act a lot like a counselor… (4)

A

Listen
Offer support and concern
Take down barriers and don’t judge
Provide resources

71
Q

Goals of the nurse for young adults

A

Optimal physical condition
Healthy habits
Screening for disease

72
Q

Barriers to change for young adults (4)

A

Lack of motive/knowledge
Insufficient skills
Undefined goals
Lack of social support