Deck 14: The Aging Adult; and Conception Through Young Adult

Question 1

Family members of older adults with limitations from chronic illnesses have many psychological stressors. Which of the following is not considered a change?

A) assisting the older family member to function independently
B) coping with the physical and economic needs of the ill older adult
C) becoming a caregiver, with resultant changes in lifestyle
D) assuming a new role, such as providing care for a parent

Answer 1

A

Question 2

A nurse is teaching a 2-week pregnant woman what is occurring in the development of her baby. Which of the following occur in this preembryonic stage? Select all that apply.

A) The zygote implants in the uterine wall.
B) Rapid growth and differentiation of the cell layers occurs.
C) All basic organs are established.
D) Some human features are recognizable.
E) Three distinct layers of cells exist.
F) The heartbeat can be heard by doppler.

Answer 2

A, E

Question 3

A pregnant woman is at the end of her first trimester. The nurse tells her that normally the following developments have occurred in her fetus. Select all that apply.

A) some reflexes are present
B) kidney secretion begins
C) the sex of the infant is distinguishable
D) sleep-wake patterns are established
E) lung surfactant is produced
F) eyelids open

Answer 3

A, B, C

Question 4

A mother watches as a neonate cries, spreads his arms, and draws them in again in response to being pulled up and laid back down. She asks the nurse what is going on with her baby. What is the best explanation for this response?

A) "Your baby is experiencing gas, and this movement helps to expel it."
B) "Your baby is demonstrating a normal CNS response called the Moro reflex."
C) "Your baby is experiencing the signs and symptoms of an abnormal neural response to being startled."
D) "Your baby's actions are normal automatic movements to help maintain core body temperature."

Question 5

Of the following components of psychosocial development in the neonate and infant, which one facilitates emotional linkage between a baby and caregiver?

A) bonding
B) attachment
C) play
D) temperament