The nurse on an adolescent psychiatric unit assesses a newly admitted 14-year-old. Which findings should the nurse document as aspects of the developmental history? Select all that apply
a. Severe acne
b. Apgar score 10
c. Allergic to penicillin
d. Reports frequent nightmares
e. Had sexual intercourse one time with a childhood friend
B, D, E
Neonatal data, sleep patterns, and sexual activity are aspects of the developmental history. Acne and an allergy to penicillin would be documented under the medical history.
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