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xroflmao

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The family clinic nurse reviews nutritional information with a 15-year-old patient. The patient is concerned about being short and wonders if growth will continue. The nurse explains that the typical increase in height during adolescence is how much?
 
  A.
  15
  B.
  25
  C.
  30
  D.
  35

Question 2

A nurse assessing a family includes which components in the assessment? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A.
  Dietary habits
  B.
  Family size and structure
  C.
  Parenting style
  D.
  Religious affiliation
  E.
  Socioeconomic status



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Diet and nutrition are especially important for facilitating optimal growth and development during adolescence. Adequate nutritional intake is essential to accommodate the growth spurt that occurs during this time. Adolescents gain approximately 25 of their adult height and 50 of their adult weight throughout this time period.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D, E
A family assessment includes family size and structure; parenting style; and religious, cultural, and socioeconomic orientation. Dietary habits are not specifically assessed, although this information may be part of a cultural assessment.



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