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maegan_martin

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An adolescent's parent comments, My son seems so preoccupied with his appearance these days. Is this normal? What is the nurse's best response?
 
  a. It is his attempt to express his individualism.
  b. His preoccupation with his looks is quite normal.
  c. He is probably troubled with his physical changes.
  d. This shows that he has a positive self-image.

Question 2

What foods would be a healthy choice for an adolescent who just finished playing in a strenuous sports game?
 
  a. A cheeseburger and soda
  b. A hot fudge sundae
  c. Two sausage and egg breakfast sandwiches and orange juice
  d. A bagel and skim milk


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SamMuagrove

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Preoccupation with self-image is normal and accounts for the constant primping of adolescents.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
A bagel provides a rapid supply of carbohydrates to the muscles, and skim milk provides a slow release of carbohydrates to the muscles.


maegan_martin

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Wow, this really help

Liamb2179

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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