When counseling a 13-year-old, the nurse must consider the teen's ...

[NClaborn]

When counseling a 13-year-old, the nurse must consider the teen's cognitive development. Which developmental behavior is characteristic of this age?
 
  a. Understands complex problems
  b. Focuses on the present situation
  c. Makes plans logically
  d. Is considerate of the needs of others

Question 2

Which assessment findings should be reported to the physician immediately?
 
  a. Mongolian spots c. Jaundice after 48 hours
  b. Circumoral cyanosis d. Conjunctival he-morrhage

[bdobbins]

Answer to Question 1

B
In early adolescence, the focus is on the present. Understanding complex problems occurs later in adolescence. The physiological and psychosocial changes beginning in early adolescence do not lend to logical thinking.

Answer to Question 2

B
Circumoral cyanosis indicates decreased oxygenation and should be reported to the physician immediately. Mongolian spots are a normal finding, and these spots usually disappear as the infant grows. Jaundice after 48 hours indicates physiologic jaundice. Conjunctival hemorrhage can occur as a result of the pressure against the head during labor and delivery.

[NClaborn]

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[bdobbins]

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