Question 1

BMI-for-age is based on a child's ____________and____________

Accepted Answer

BMI-for-age is based on a child's BMI and age, as it assesses whether a child's weight is appropriate for their age and height.

Question 2

Roy is undergoing his annual medical physical. His BMI-for-age is measured at the 95^th percentile. Roy is considered

Accepted Answer

A BMI-for-age at the 95th percentile indicates that Roy is considered overweight according to standard growth charts.

Question 3

Research on excessive weight gain in children suggests that it is a result of both genetic predisposition and environmental factors. Which one of the following theories of development does this finding support?

Accepted Answer

The interactionist theory supports the idea that both genetic and environmental factors contribute to development, aligning with the finding that excessive weight gain in children is influenced by both genetic predisposition and environmental factors.

Question 4

Lettie is underweight and has insulin injections. Which one of the following is her most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Type 1 diabetes is characterized by the body's inability to produce insulin, often requiring insulin injections, and it can lead to weight loss, making Lettie underweight.

Question 5

The increase in the number of children diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is directly related to an increase in

Accepted Answer

The increase in type 2 diabetes among children is primarily linked to the rise in childhood obesity, as excess weight is a significant risk factor for developing this condition.

Question 6

____________is the population group most likely to live at or below the poverty level in the U.S.

Accepted Answer

Children under 18 are the most likely to live at or below the poverty level in the U.S. due to factors such as dependency on adult income, single-parent households, and economic disparities.

Question 7

Which one of the following groups has the highest rate of children who are poor?

Accepted Answer

American Indian children have historically had the highest rates of poverty among these groups due to systemic issues and lack of resources.

Question 8

____________is the best predictor of a child's health.

Accepted Answer

Socioeconomic status encompasses various factors including income, education, and occupation, which collectively have a significant impact on a child's health outcomes.

Question 9

Physical education classes have long-term influences on the likelihood of exercising in adulthood if the program focuses on which one of the following activities?

Accepted Answer

Lifetime physical activities that can be done alone, such as walking, swimming, or cycling, are more likely to be continued into adulthood as they do not require a team or specific competitive setting.

Question 10

Many behaviors in middle childhood that are considered problematic, such as impulsiveness, can be developmentally normal. Atypical behaviors should be considered problematic when they extend

Accepted Answer

Atypical behaviors are considered problematic when they persist for longer than 6 months, indicating they are not just a phase or temporary issue.

Question 11

Which one of the following is the most commonly diagnosed childhood behavior disorder?

Accepted Answer

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most commonly diagnosed childhood behavior disorder, characterized by symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

Question 12

Brian is in the fourth grade. Brian does well in school and he loves to play soccer. However, most of the children in his class will not play with him because he never passes the ball and often knocks them down. He has displayed these behaviors for the past year. Which one of the following conditions is Brian likely exhibiting?

Accepted Answer

Brian's behavior of not passing the ball and knocking others down suggests impulsivity and hyperactivity, which are characteristic of Attention-deficit, hyperactive/impulsive type.

Question 13

Ten-year-old Marissa is working at grade level. Her work is usually sloppy. When she is called upon to read, she is frequently on the wrong page. These behaviors have been occurring since she was 5 years old. Which one of the following conditions is Marissa likely exhibiting?

Accepted Answer

Marissa's behaviors, such as being frequently on the wrong page and having sloppy work, suggest issues with attention and focus, which are characteristic of attention-deficit, inattentive type.

Question 14

In the diagnosis of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, boys are more likely to be diagnosed with the____________ type while girls are more likely to be diagnosed with the____________Type.

Accepted Answer

Boys are more often diagnosed with the hyperactive type of ADHD, while girls are more frequently diagnosed with the inattentive type. This is due to differences in symptom presentation between genders.

Question 15

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is diagnosed ____________in the United States as compared to other countries.

Accepted Answer

ADHD is diagnosed more frequently in the United States compared to many other countries, due to differences in diagnostic criteria, awareness, and healthcare practices.

Question 16

Which one of the following statements is accurate concerning gender differences and the diagnosis and treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder?

Accepted Answer

Boys are diagnosed and treated more frequently than girls for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), partly due to differences in symptom presentation and societal perceptions.

Question 17

The diagnosis of ADHD increases during elementary school. This is most likely because the

Accepted Answer

The demands of school increase during elementary years, which can make symptoms of ADHD more noticeable and lead to more diagnoses.

Question 18

One of the documented causes of ADHD is

Accepted Answer

Preterm birth is a documented risk factor for ADHD, as it can affect brain development.

Question 19

Research indicates that medication prescribed for ADHD

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Research suggests that____________ is the most effect treatment for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that therapy tailored to the individual needs of the child, often involving a combination of behavioral interventions and medication, is most effective for treating ADHD.

Quiz 10: Physical Development and Health in Middle Childhood

BMI-for-age is based on a child's and

Roy is undergoing his annual medical physical. His BMI-for-age is measured at the 95^th percentile. Roy is considered

Research on excessive weight gain in children suggests that it is a result of both genetic predisposition and environmental factors. Which one of the following theories of development does this finding support?

Lettie is underweight and has insulin injections. Which one of the following is her most likely diagnosis?

The increase in the number of children diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is directly related to an increase in

____________is the population group most likely to live at or below the poverty level in the U.S.

Which one of the following groups has the highest rate of children who are poor?

____________is the best predictor of a child's health.

Physical education classes have long-term influences on the likelihood of exercising in adulthood if the program focuses on which one of the following activities?

Many behaviors in middle childhood that are considered problematic, such as impulsiveness, can be developmentally normal. Atypical behaviors should be considered problematic when they extend

Which one of the following is the most commonly diagnosed childhood behavior disorder?

Ten-year-old Marissa is working at grade level. Her work is usually sloppy. When she is called upon to read, she is frequently on the wrong page. These behaviors have been occurring since she was 5 years old. Which one of the following conditions is Marissa likely exhibiting?

In the diagnosis of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, boys are more likely to be diagnosed with the type while girls are more likely to be diagnosed with theType.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is diagnosed ____________in the United States as compared to other countries.

Which one of the following statements is accurate concerning gender differences and the diagnosis and treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder?

The diagnosis of ADHD increases during elementary school. This is most likely because the

One of the documented causes of ADHD is

Research indicates that medication prescribed for ADHD

Research suggests that____________ is the most effect treatment for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Quiz 10: Physical Development and Health in Middle Childhood

BMI-for-age is based on a child's ____________and____________

Roy is undergoing his annual medical physical. His BMI-for-age is measured at the 95th percentile. Roy is considered

Research on excessive weight gain in children suggests that it is a result of both genetic predisposition and environmental factors. Which one of the following theories of development does this finding support?

Lettie is underweight and has insulin injections. Which one of the following is her most likely diagnosis?

The increase in the number of children diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is directly related to an increase in

____________is the population group most likely to live at or below the poverty level in the U.S.

Which one of the following groups has the highest rate of children who are poor?

____________is the best predictor of a child's health.

Physical education classes have long-term influences on the likelihood of exercising in adulthood if the program focuses on which one of the following activities?

Many behaviors in middle childhood that are considered problematic, such as impulsiveness, can be developmentally normal. Atypical behaviors should be considered problematic when they extend

Which one of the following is the most commonly diagnosed childhood behavior disorder?

Ten-year-old Marissa is working at grade level. Her work is usually sloppy. When she is called upon to read, she is frequently on the wrong page. These behaviors have been occurring since she was 5 years old. Which one of the following conditions is Marissa likely exhibiting?

In the diagnosis of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, boys are more likely to be diagnosed with the____________ type while girls are more likely to be diagnosed with the____________Type.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is diagnosed ____________in the United States as compared to other countries.

Which one of the following statements is accurate concerning gender differences and the diagnosis and treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder?

The diagnosis of ADHD increases during elementary school. This is most likely because the

One of the documented causes of ADHD is

Research indicates that medication prescribed for ADHD

Research suggests that____________ is the most effect treatment for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

BMI-for-age is based on a child's and

Roy is undergoing his annual medical physical. His BMI-for-age is measured at the 95^th percentile. Roy is considered

In the diagnosis of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, boys are more likely to be diagnosed with the type while girls are more likely to be diagnosed with theType.