Chapter 8: Human Needs and Human Development

Eating disorders that adolescents may develop include

Anorexia and bulimia

The most common developmental disability is

Intellectual disability

How can regular activity promote good health?

It increases energy

Mrs. Goldman, a resident, begins to tell her NA, Gene, about the last religious service she attended. Gene does not believe in God. Gene's best response is to

Listen quietly to Mrs. Goldman

Children in their__________ years develop vocabulary/language skills, learn to play cooperatively in groups, and begin to learn right from wrong.

Preschool (ages 3 to 6)

If a NA encounters a conseting adult resident in a sexual situation, she should

Provide privacy and leave the room

Activities of daily living (ADLs) include

Brushing teeth

In infants, physical development moves from

The head down

Normal changes of aging include

Thinner, drier skin

Which stage of child development involves children learning to speak, gaining coordination of their limbs, and gaining control over their bladders and bowels?

Toddler (ages 1 to 3)

Which of the following remarks is a cliche? A: "I understand your concerns. How can I help?" B: "What can I do to make you more comfortable?" C: "It will be over before you know it" D: "I know you are feeling worried about your upcoming doctor's visit. I am here if you want to talk about it."

C: "It will be over before you know it"

Which of the following statements is true of the normal aging process? A: Most elderly people are entirely dependent on others B: Most elderly people are disabled and cannot walk. C: Most elderly people are active and engaged in activities. D: Most elderly people cannot manage their own money.

C: Most elderly people are active and engaged in activities

A condition in which the person has suffered brain damage either while in the uterus or during birth and which causes problems with muscle coordination, gait, and speech is

Cerebral Palsy

Families help residents by

Communicating with the care team

What is one way a NA can promote a residents independence?

Allowing a resident to do a task by himself no matter how long it takes him

Which of the following is helpful when caring for a person who has an intellectual disability? A: Promote independence and encourage social interaction B: Try to do everything for the person whenever possible C: Do not repeat words more than once. D: Discourage teaching ADLs, as the person will not be able to understand them

A: Promote independence and encourage social interaction

Which of the following is a guideline to use when communicating with residents who have cerebral palsy? A: Avoid using touch as a form of communication B: Allow the resident to move slowly. C: If the residents cannot speak, avoid talking to them D: Encourage the resident to be as dependent as possible to conserve energy.

B: Allow the resident to move slowly

Which of the following is true of developmental disabilities? A: Developmental disabilities are temporary. B: Developmental disabilities restrict physical and/or mental ability. C: Developmental disabilities are a form of mental illness. D: People with developmental disabilities can never live or work independently.

B: Developmental disabilities restrict physical and/or mental ability

Which of the following is a physical need? A: The need for social interaction B: The need for water C: The need for self-esteem D: The need for independence

B: The need for water

Which of the following is true of autism? A: Surgery is the first course of treatment for autism B: When it is detected early, the chances of curing it are greater C: Children normally outgrow it D: Boys are more affected than girls

D: Boys are more often affected than girls.

Which of the following is an example of a religious dietary practice? A: Eating dessert before the main course B: Chewing slowly C: Eating goose for Christmas dinner D: Eating kosher foods

D: Eating kosher foods

Which of the following is an example of a family? A: Neighbors who say hello B: Divorced persons who live apart C: Two friends who have been in touch once a year since grade school D: One parent with a child

D: One parent with a child

Which of the following statements is true of spiritual needs? A: Residents will believe in God B: Residents will be Christians C: Residents will have different spiritual needs and beliefs D: Residents will not believe in God or a higher power

D: Residents will have different spiritual needs and beliefs

Which of the following is an example of a psychosocial need? A: The need for food B: The need for sleep C: The need for activity D: The need for acceptance

D: The need for acceptance

Development in children from 6 to 10 years old centers on cognitive development. Cognitive development means

Developing thinking and learning skills

A person with this developmental disability usually has a small skull, a flattened nose, and short fingers, in addition to intellectual impairment.

Down Syndrome