Rapid growth in an adolescent is called a(n) ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
growth spurt
Rationale: Infancy and adolescence are two periods of rapid growth. Rapid growth in an adolescent is called a growth spurt. Females commonly experience this between ages 10 and 14, whereas in males, it occurs somewhat later, between 12 and 16 years of age.
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A nurse is caring for a Latino patient. The nurse is aware of the importance of cultural compe-tency and providing the patient with culturally competent care. What can be done to enhance communication with this patient?
a. Use jargon or slang. b. Obtain an interpreter if needed. c. Give longer explanations to enhance un-derstanding. d. Speak loudly to the patient.
The wife of an alcoholic asks the nurse how to respond to him in a helpful way when he is disruptive in family life. Which of the following is the nurse's best response?
A) "Help him avoid embarrassment by supporting him when he makes excuses for failing to meet obligations." B) "Include him in family outings even when he is drinking." C) "Search the house regularly for alcohol." D) "Try to maintain a normal home environment for yourself and the children."
Which describes the action of oxytocics?
A. Slow down uterine contractions B. Increase the level of luteinizing hormones C. Increase ovarian secretion D. Stimulate uterine contractions