The nurse considers what "rites of passage" valued by the adolescent in American society? (Select all that apply.)
a. Attaining legal drinking age
b. Selection of a career
c. Religious affiliation
d. Obtaining a driver's license
e. High school graduation
ANS: A, D, E
Rites of passage are socially recognized milestones that signify adulthood. Legal drinking age, driver's license, and matriculation through high school are such signals. Religious affiliation and selection of a career path do not necessarily signal adulthood.
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