NURS 6512 Week 3 Quiz (Version 2)
• Question 1
The gonads begin to secrete estrogen and testosterone during:
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At puberty, the gonads secrete testosterone and estrogen. As a result, secondary sex characteristics (e.g., genitalia growth) begin to appear.Maturation occurs at a mean age of 11.5 in females and 13.5 in males.
• Question 2
The legs are the fastest growing body part during:
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Legs grow the fastest during childhood, while the trunk grows fastest in infancy and the skeletal muscles and organs grow fastest in early adulthood. 1 / 3
• Question 3
In clinical practice, the Ballard Assessment Tool is used to assess a newborn's:
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The Ballard Assessment Tool assesses six physical and six neuromuscular characteristics, administered within 36 hours of birth, in order to confirm the newborn's gestational age.
• Question 4
How much of the weight gained during a normal pregnancy is accounted for by the fetus?
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The growing fetus accounts for only 5 to 10 pounds of the total weight gained. The remainder results from an increase in maternal tissues (i.e., placenta, amniotic fluid, uterus, blood and fluid volume, breasts, and fat reserves).
• Question 5
Which Tanner stage is marked by the most significant growth in penis length?
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Tanner stage 3 is marked by enlargement of the penis, especially in
length.
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A 17-year-old girl presents to the clinic for a sport s physical. Physical examination findings reveal bradycardia, multiple erosions of tooth enamel, and scars on her knuckles. She
appears healthy otherwise. You should ask her if she:
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Young adults, usually female, who are bradycardic and have knuckle scars and tooth decay as a result of chronic self-induced vomiting characterize bulimia. Amenorrhea can be from increased physical activity or anorexia; constipation, bloating, and cold intolerance are usually symptoms of anorexia nervosa.
• Question 7
A deficiency of vitamin , a fat-soluble micronutrient, can result in rickets.
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Diets deficient in vitamin D can cause rickets. Today, milk is fortified with
vitamin D; therefore, rickets is seldom seen in the United States.
• Question 8
Allergies to drugs and foods are generally listed in which section of the medical record?
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The past medical history section contains information such as drugs,
foods, and environmental allergies.
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