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A disorder in which cholesterol and calcium build up inside the walls of blood vessels, forming plaque, eventually leading to partical or complete blockage of blood flow

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atherosclerosis

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Injury caused by pressure to enclosed body surfaces, for example, from too much pressure in the lungs

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barotrauma

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A type of reasoning in which a child looks for approval from peers and society

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conventional reasoning

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A young adult age 19-40 year

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early adult

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Areas where the neonate’s infant’s skill has not fused together; usually disappear at approximately 18 months of age

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fontanelles

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A young child age 1 month to 1 year

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infant

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The average number of years a person can be expected to live

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life expectancy

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An adult age 41 to 60 years

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middle adult

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An infant reflex in which, when an infant is caught off guard, the infant opens his/her arms wide, spread the fingers and seems to grab at things

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Moro reflex

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A newborn age birth to 1 month

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neonate

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The basic filtering units in the kidneys

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nephrons

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An adult age 61 years or older

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older adult

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An infant reflex that occurs when something is placed in the infant’s palm; the infant grasps the object

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palmar grasp

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A type of reasoning in which a child bases decisions on his or her conscience

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postconventional reasoning

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A type of reasoning in which a child acts almost purely to avoid punishment to get what he or she wants

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preconventional reasoning

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Children between ages 3 to 6 years

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preschool-age

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An infant reflex that occurs when something touches an infant’s cheek, and the infant instinctively turns his or her head toward the touch

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rooting reflex

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A person who is 6-12 years of age

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school-age

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An infant reflex in which the infant starts sucking when his or her lips are stroked

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sucking reflex

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A child age 1-3 years

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toddler

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Refers to a stage of development from birth to approximately 18 months of age, during which infants gain trust of their parents or caregivers if their world is planned, organized & routine

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trust and mistrust

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Prior to birth, fetal circulation occurs through the ______

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placenta

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Vital signs for neonate (0-1 month)?

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90-180 pulse rate beats/m
30-60 respirations breaths/m
50-70 systolic pressure mm Hg
98-100 Temp

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Vital signs for an infant (1m-1y)?

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100-160 pulse rate beats/m
25-50 respirations breaths/m
70-95 systolic pressure mm Hg
96.8-99.6 Temp

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Vital signs for an toddler (1-3)?
90-150 pulse rate beats/m 20-30 respirations breaths/m 80-100 systolic pressure mm Hg 96.8-99.6 Temp
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Vital signs for preschool age (3-6)?
80-140 pulse rate beats/m 20-25 respirations breaths/m 80-100 systolic pressure mm Hg 98.6 Temp
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Vital signs for school age (6-12)?
70-120 pulse rate beats/m 15-20 respirations breaths/m 80-110 systolic pressure mm Hg 98.6 Temp
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Vital signs for an adolescent (12-18)?
60-100 pulse rate beats/m 12-20 respirations breaths/m 90-110 systolic pressure mm Hg 98.6 Temp
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Vital signs for an early adult (19-40)?
60-100 pulse rate beats/m 12-20 respirations breaths/m 90-140 systolic pressure mm Hg 98.6 Temp
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Vital signs for a middle adult (41-60)?
60-100 pulse rate beats/m 12-20 respirations breaths/m 90-140 systolic pressure mm Hg 98.6 Temp
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Vital signs for an older adult (61+)?
60-100 pulse rate beats/m 12-20 respirations breaths/m 90-140 systolic pressure mm Hg 98.6 Temp
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At what stage do infants begin to recognize familiar faces ; tracks objects with eyes?
2 months
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At what stage do infants begin to brings objects to mouth ; smiles and frowns?
3 months
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At what stage do infants begin to reaches out to people ; drools?
4 months
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At what stage do infants begin to sleeps through the night; recognizes family members from strangers?
5 months
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At what stage do infants begin to teething; sits upright ; speaks one-syllable words?
6 months
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At what stage do infants begin to afraid of strangers; mood swings?
7 months
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At what stage do infants begin to responds to "no"; can sit alone; plays peek-a-boo?
8 months
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At what stage do infants begin to pulls up to stand; places objects in mouth to explore them?
9 months
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At what stage do infants begin to respond to his or her name and crawl efficiently?
10 months
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At what stage do infants begin to start to walk without help; frustrated with restrictions?
11 months
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At what stage do infants begin to know his or her name and walk?
12 months
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The formation of a close, personal relationship, is usually based on a secure attachment.
Bonding
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This attachment occurs when an infant understands that parents or caregivers will respond to their needs.
Secure attachment
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This attachment is observed in infants who are repeatedly rejected. They often develop an isolated lifestyle where they do not depend on others for support and care.
Anxious-avoidant attachment
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This type of anxiety is common in older infants, 10-18 months, that occurs with a fear of unfamiliar places and people.
Separation anxiety
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In a 72 y/o patient, what is likely to cause a fall?
hypotension
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In a 72 y/0 patient, what should be expected when you assess their pupils?
Slower pupillary reaction
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Changes in what body system can result in the most debilitating of age-related illnesses?
nervous
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What affects vital signs the most in older adults?
overall health of patient
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Who provides the most care for older adults in the US?
family members
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A 72 y/o patients falls, what influence will medications the patients takes have on the portential reason for the fall?
The medication side effects. Some cause dizziness, weakness or hypotension.
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Describe some of the contributors that affect life expectancy?
Year you were born, country you were born in. Based on public health advances, diets, attitude towards exercise, advances in medical care, attitude to medical care and personal behavior. Overall health, medical conditions and medications
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List at least 3 psychological issues people experience during late adulthood?
Rising costs of healthcare, mortality, death of friends and loved ones, isolation and depression.
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Why is there an increased need for additional extended care facilities?
The increasing number of older adults in the US as a result of the baby boom has produced a need for additional extended care facilities
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What is the decline in kidney function between ages of 20-90 years?
50%
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What is a nervous system change commonly found in older adults?
Deterioration of nerve endings
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Maturation of the reproductive system usually takes place during:
Adolescence
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What do middle adults tend to focus their time and energy on?
Achieving life goals
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What is the estimated maximum life expectancy for humans?
120 years
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When encountering a patient with depressed frontanelles, you should suspect:
dehydration
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The volume of air moved during the deepst points of respiration?
Vital capacity
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Diastolic blood pressure tends to increase/decrase with age?
Increase
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Most older adults can hear ____ and see _____
well, clearly
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A neonates head accounts for __% of it's body weight
25%
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Changes in gastci and intestinal function may inhibit ____ intake and utilization in ___ adults
Nutritional, older
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Among older adults, ___ function in the 5 years preceding death is presumed to decline
mental
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Why does breathing become more labor intensive among older adults?
As people age, the size of the airway increases and the surface are of the alveoli decrease as does the natural elasticity of the lungs, forcing individuals to increasingly use the muscles between their ribs. As the elasticity of the lungs decreases, the overall strength of the intercostal muscles and diaphragm also decreases.
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The 9 basic stages of life:
``` Neonate Infant Toddler Preschool Age School age Adolescent Early adult Middle adult Late adult ```

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