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Young adults is defined by ages __-__

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18-35

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Criteria for adulthood defined by…

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Social context (voting, culture)

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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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Key for young adulthood

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potentially difficult period

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Why is young adulthood a difficult period?

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more life changes

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Stress can be…

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positive or negative

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3 normative stressors

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marriage, having children, starting a career

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Negative stressors

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miscarriage, serious illness

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Stressors require…

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coping skills

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2 examples of coping skills

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problem solving, stress management

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3 examples of stress management

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positive thinking, expression of feelings, seeking help when needed

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Full growth for women age

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17

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Full growth for men age

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21

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Young adult age group is…

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declining

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18-24 years are at risk for… (5)

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Unintentional injuries, alcohol usage, drugs, tobacco, suicide

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Preventative health concerns…

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Developing behaviors that promote healthy lifestyle

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Goals are to decrease the incidence of…

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Injuries, accidents, acts of violence

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4 examples of acts of violence

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Motor vehicle, unintentional injuries, homicide, suicide

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Young adulthood characteristics

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healthiest time of life, peak abilities

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

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Abstract, analytical thinking

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Young adulthood according to Kohlberg

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Principled moral reasoning

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Young adulthood are risk takers and

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lack of fear

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Important to obtain for young adults

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behavioral health history

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When you can focus on… (3)

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

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Check up recommendations
every 2 years
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Young adults are less likely to have __ __
well visits leading to preventative services
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Goals for young adults (18-24 yrs) (4)
Promote healthy lifestyle Reduce MVC Decrease alcohol and drug abuse Increase mental health
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Peak physical skills (4)
Venturesome Daring Enterprising Aggressive
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Less experience with __
death, may take risks
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__ lack of fear
Developmental
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You should make interventions...
relatable to them at time
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Start looking at CVD...
Screen BP in young adults, should be less than 120/80
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Leading cause of death worldwide...
CVD and women
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CVD prevention: Total cholesterol
less than 200mg
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CVD prevention: Glucose
less than 100 mg/dL
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CVD prevention: BMI
less than 25
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Other CVD prevention
No smoking, regular exercise, DASH diet
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Educate on sun exposure... (3)
Risk of sun exposure and tanning Use sun block Awareness of skin cancer
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Activity/exercise pattern recommendations (2)
use helmets and protective sports equipment
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Sleep rest pattern subject to... (3)
fatigue, work stress, inactivity
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Sleep rest pattern recommendations (2)
Change activity or stressor | Try out new tasks or physical activities
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Most common sleep disorder in the US
Insomnia
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Insomnia involves.. (2)
difficulty falling asleep OR staying asleep
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Insomnia affects...
40 million americans
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Psychosocial development according to Erikson
Development of increased sense of competency and self-esteem
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Erikson young adulthood
Intimacy versus isolation
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A young adults task is... (Erikson)
making attachments to others
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Young adults must seek (Erikson)
meaningful friendships and intimate relationships
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When the young adult avoids making commitment to others...
isolation occurs
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Life-change adjustments... (4)
Career change, relocation, balancing multiple roles, developing long-term goals for family security
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Self-perception/self concept pattern includes...
Identity | Work and personal responsibilities
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Identity includes... (3)
Separation from family authority Beginning adult identity Work provides self esteem and socialization
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Work and personal responsibilities includes...
Beginning balance of person and work responsibility | Developing relationships within the workforce
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Infertility affects...
10-15% of couples
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Infertility has an increased diagnoses of age over..
25 years of age
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Infertility can be very __ and __
Stressful and expensive
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Teen birthrate decreased __ in the past decade
30%
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__% of unplanned pregnancies are caused by contraceptive failure
50%
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The nurse's role in contraceptive counseling
Help change method most appropriate to their needs
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Age 20-24 is at highest risk for...
STDs
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Screening for chlamydia is recommended for ages...
24 years and younger
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Multiple STDs increase the risk of...
HIV
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Achievement-oriented stress is caused by
internal pressure to succeed defined goals
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Achievement-oriented stress leads to workaholic habits that..
Cause lack of sleep and omission of meals
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Depression causes (4)
New/change in relationships Independence Work or unemployment Dissatisfaction with life choices (career or school)
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Signs/symptoms of depression
Crying, difficulty socializing, not leaving the home
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Leading cause of death in young adults
Suicide
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Depression can lead to...
Substance abuse and eating disorders
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Depression screening questions
Thoughts about harming yourself? | Have you tried?
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As a nurse, you'll act a lot like a counselor... (4)
Listen Offer support and concern Take down barriers and don't judge Provide resources
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Goals of the nurse for young adults
Optimal physical condition Healthy habits Screening for disease
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Barriers to change for young adults (4)
Lack of motive/knowledge Insufficient skills Undefined goals Lack of social support

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