LU 2.1 & 2.2 SCAQ

What is the main difference between growth and development?
A) Growth is qualitative, and development is quantitative
B) Growth is limited to physical changes, while development includes behavioral changes
C) Development stops after childhood, while growth continues for life
D) Growth includes changes in personality, while development is purely biological
Which of the following statements about development is TRUE?
A) Development is always quantitative
B) Development continues throughout life
C) Development occurs only in childhood
D) Development is the same for all individuals
Which of the following factors influence both growth and development?
A) Heredity and environment
B) Exercise and diet only
C) Genetic factors only
D) Socioeconomic status alone
According to Erikson’s psychosocial development theory, what is the primary challenge faced by adolescents?
A) Trust vs. mistrust
B) Industry vs. inferiority
C) Identity vs. role confusion
D) Autonomy vs. shame
A newborn's weight typically:
A) Doubles by 3 months and triples by 1 year
B) Remains the same for the first year
C) Decreases steadily after birth
D) Quadruples within 6 months
Which of the following is NOT a principle of lifespan development?
A) Development is multidimensional
B) Development is influenced only by genetics
C) Development is lifelong
D) Development involves both gains and losses
What is the first technique used when assessing a pediatric patient?
A) Palpation
B) Auscultation
C) Inspection
D) Percussion
What is the correct order of physical examination techniques in newborns?
A) Palpation → Inspection → Percussion → Auscultation
B) Auscultation → Palpation → Percussion → Inspection
C) Inspection → Auscultation → Percussion → Palpation
D) Percussion → Palpation → Inspection → Auscultation
The APGAR score is assessed at which time intervals after birth?
A) 5 and 10 minutes
B) 1 and 5 minutes
C) 1 and 10 minutes
D) Immediately and at 5 minutes
What does the "P" in APGAR stand for?
A) Posture
B) Pulse
C) Pain
D) Pupils
Which of the following changes occurs during adolescence?
A) Decrease in muscle strength
B) Slow organ development
C) Rapid physical growth
D) Decreased hormone production
A child’s head size becomes more proportional to the body at what stage?
A) Infancy
B) Toddlerhood
C) Preschool age
D) Adolescence
Which of the following is a major concern when administering medications to older adults?
A) Increased kidney function
B) Decreased hepatic clearance
C) Increased absorption rate
D) Enhanced metabolism of drugs
What is the primary developmental concern for young adults according to Erikson?
A) Trust vs. mistrust
B) Initiative vs. guilt
C) Intimacy vs. isolation
D) Integrity vs. despair
The stage of development most associated with identity formation is:
A) Infancy
B) Childhood
C) Adolescence
D) Adulthood
What is the primary psychosocial task in late adulthood?
A) Establishing independence
B) Developing career skills
C) Reflecting on life experiences
D) Exploring personal identity
Which system is MOST at risk for deterioration in elderly individuals?
A) Musculoskeletal
B) Endocrine
C) Reproductive
D) Lymphatic
What is a normal finding in a newborn’s cardiovascular assessment?
A) Regular heart rate of 40-60 bpm
B) Presence of murmurs that resolve over time
C) Absence of femoral pulses
D) Blood pressure higher than 140/90
The most appropriate way to communicate with a toddler during a health assessment is:
A) Using medical terminology
B) Speaking in long, detailed sentences
C) Using simple words and allowing play interaction
D) Ignoring their concerns to avoid distress
Which of the following is a major indicator of regression in toddlers?
A) Increased independence
B) Increased appetite
C) Thumb-sucking and bedwetting
D) Advanced language skills
Which stage of development is characterized by increased logical thinking and problem-solving skills?
A) Preschool age
B) School-age
C) Toddlerhood
D) Infancy
What is the primary focus of the health assessment for older adults?
A) Growth patterns
B) Cognitive development
C) Distinguishing normal aging from disease
D) Assessing early childhood milestones
Which component is NOT part of the APGAR scoring system?
A) Muscle tone
B) Skin color
C) Heart rate
D) Reflexes
What is the best way to assess an adolescent’s mental health status?
A) Conducting an interview in the presence of parents
B) Observing physical behaviors only
C) Using open-ended questions in a private setting
D) Relying solely on school performance
Which of the following developmental theorists proposed the concept of "stages of moral development"?
A) Freud
B) Piaget
C) Erikson
D) Kohlberg
Which sensory ability is LEAST developed at birth?
A) Vision
B) Hearing
C) Touch
D) Smell
The stepping reflex in infants disappears around:
A) 1 month
B) 2 months
C) 6 months
D) 12 months
Which of the following statements about elderly individuals is TRUE?
A) Their social networks increase
B) Their risk for falls decreases
C) They lose the ability to learn new skills
D) Their immune function declines
Which assessment finding in a newborn requires immediate intervention?
A) A respiratory rate of 40 breaths per minute
B) Skin color with a pinkish hue
C) A weak cry and floppiness
D) Presence of soft spots on the head
Which technique is most appropriate when assessing the elderly?
A) Speaking quickly to save time
B) Performing assessments while the patient is lying flat
C) Allowing rest breaks between assessments
D) Conducting all tests at once to minimize movement

Answer Key

1 B | 2. B | 3. A | 4. C | 5. A | 6. B | 7. C | 8. C | 9. B | 10. B

11 C | 12. C | 13. B | 14. C | 15. C | 16. C | 17. A | 18. B | 19. C | 20. C

21 B | 22. C | 23. D | 24. C | 25. D | 26. A | 27. B | 28. D | 29. C | 30. C