Exam 3 Flashcards

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What are the ages for Adolescent and how does it begin?

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11-13 —-> 18-21 years old

begins with puberty: developmental maturation of the reproductive, endocrine, and structural processes that lead to reproduction

unique opportunites for health promotion and prevention services

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What is the Erikson Stage for Adolescent?

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identity vs confusion:

may move into “identity crisis”

success/failure in other stages can influence adolesent years

Trying to develop sense of self

Trying new roles

Self-identity emerging

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Teenage Pregnancy:

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rates coming down, invisibility pregnancy won’t happen to me

Primary prevention: talking about it (healthy communication prevent pregnancy)

High risk pregnancies

Preterm labor; low birth weight; cognitive delays,

High risk in maternal/infant outcomes, educational and economic effects 

Anticipatory guidance:
support and services for pregnant adolescents to facilitate positive outcomes; get them back in school; counsel on option; terminated, carry pregnancy or adoption

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Disturbing Stats about Adolescent:

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5x higher mortality rate of adolescents compared to school age children

2nd leading cause of death: suicide

29% are sexually active: 14% not using birth control

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Changes during Adolesence?

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Rapid Changes on many levels

Psychosocial

spiritual

physical

moral

cognitve

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What are Protective Factors for Adolecent?

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positive parenting practices

monitoring and regular communication

parental engagement in the adolescent education

facilitaing postive and mutual “connectedness” both at home and in the community

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Growth/ Development during Adolecent:

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period of accelerated growth

development of secondary sexual characteristic:

regulated primarily by hormonal regulation (males and females)

Menarche (females) onset of menses (period) usually occurs in late in puberty (avg. 11-15)

if girls do not show signs of period by 18 and boys by 14: referral to endocrinologist

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Tanner Stage: (table 21-1)

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Stage 1: Male Genital development : Prepubertal: no distiniction between hair over pubic area and hair over abdomen: no female breast developement

Stage 2:
Male Genital Development: initial enlargement of scortum and testes; reddening and texture changes in scrotum:
Pubic Hair: sparse growth of long, straight, downy hair, at base of penis or along labia
Female Breast Development: enlargement of areolar diameter; small area of elevation around papillae (breast bud)
Other changes: usual time for peak height velocity for girls

Stage 3:
Male genital development: initial enlargement of penis, mainly in length; further growth of testes and scrotum
Pubic Hair: hair becomes dark, coarse and curly; spreads sparsely over entire pubic area
Female Breast development: further elevation and enlargement with no seperation of contours
Other changes: usual time of menarche: facial hair begins to grow on upper lip and voice deepens for boys

Stage 4:
Male Genital: further enlargement of penile diameter, testes, scrotum, and glans
Pubic Hair: further spread of hair distrubution; not extending to thighs
Female Breast: areolas and papillae project from breast to from secondary mound
Other changes: usual peak of height velocity for boys; axillary hair begins to grow

Stage 5:
Male: adult in size and contour
Pubic: adult in amount and type; spreads to inner surface of thighs
Female: adult, in projection of papillae only; recession of areolas into general breast contour

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Physical changes in adolescent?

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may experience increase in body fat

heart continues to grow in size and weight

respiratory rate decreases (15-20 per minute)

sweat and sebaceous glands become more active:
Sweat: axillary, genital, perumbilical area
Sebaceous: face, neck, shoulder, upper back, chest and genital

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Acne during Adolescent:

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Sebaceous follicles become clogged forming open or closed comedones:whiteheads or Blackheads

Can impact body image…

soap and water 2-3 times a day: helps remove dirt and oil

discourage removing and scrubbing hard: can cause irritation and damage to skin

topical medication: can cause dryness

Sunlight can help avoid prolonged exposure

stress can excerbate acne breakout

diet does not impact acne during this time

treatment does not start immediately; acne can get worse before it gets better

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Scoliosis in Adolescent:

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a lateral S shaped curvature of the spine

10% of adolescent have mild asymmetry

more common in females

curves greater than 15 degrees are considered abnormal

untreated scoliosis can result in disfigurement, impaired mobility and complication of cardiac system

Screening:
girls: 10-12
boys: 13-14

Treatment: physical therapy, brace, surgery

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Health Perception and Health management during adolescence:

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generally a healthy time

biggest concern is their own sense of invincibility

adolescent experimentation

risk taking behaviors can result in unhelathy/dangerous outcomes: speeding, not wearing helmet, no seatbelt

peer influence primary: parenral input often rejected

Being seen less in doctors office:
rarely hospitialized
can feel awkward in pediatration office
does not feel important

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Screenings for Adolescent:

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Ht/Wt/BMI

Blood pressure

scoliosis

vision/hearing

tanner

anemia

hyperlipidemia

eating disorders

depression

substance abuse

HIV

STI

anxiety

cardiovascular disease

concussion

MONO: check spleen

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Nutrition: adolescent

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“ideal body: altered body image, junk food, alcohol, peer pressure

experiment with different food options

increase in activity/sports
need to fit in

asserting autonomy

Calories:
females: 1600-1800
Male: 1800-3200

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Activity and Exercise: adolescent:

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time of increased strength and endurance

many participate in organized sports

require sports examination: area of concern:
previous trauma/concussion
cardiovascular disease
high blood pressure
asthma
enlarged spleen

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Sleep and Rest: adolescent:

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need atleast 9 hours of sleep

at risk for sleep deprivation due to busy schedule and school demands

texting at night can interfere with sleep

forced to wake up before completing sleep cycle

increase irritability

to little sleep can interfere with concentation- may be dangerous if driving fatigued

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Primary vs secondary sexual characteristic:

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Primary: involves the organ necessary for reproduction- vagina and uterus in girls. Penis and testes in boys

Secondary:
external features that are not essential for reproduction: breast development, facial and pubic hair growth, lowering voice
Tanner staging: used to assess and monitor degree of maturation in both

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Sexuality- Reproductive: Adolesence:

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sexual experimentation very common- esp with the emergence of the secondary sexual characterisitc

become sexually active for several reason: affection: to feel close, peer pressure, experimentation, at time-without consent

social media increased availability of contact with others and potenitally unsafe encounters

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Self Breast/ Testicular Exam:

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Breast:
Monthly
best in front of a mirror but many prefer in the shower
should also check lying down
looking for unusual lumps or masses under skin
best days after period

Testicular:
monthly
best during or right after warm shower
looking for swelling or hard lump

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Roles- Relationship: adolescent:

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increases independence and reliance on peer groups

sharing of thoughts and feeling with peers very important

stressful time for family/parents

want independence but often financially dependent on parents

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Peer Groups/ gang signs: adolescent:

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moving child in family to member of group

strong influence on adolescent

can be positive or negative

gangs: symbolic clothing, body art, dropping grades, substance abuse

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Anorexia Nervosa:

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typically female that tends to be perfectionist: father and daughter issues may play a part

want to be skinny

relentless pursuit of thiness

self-starving with weight loss

lack of menstration

compulsive physical activity

preoccupation with food

distorted body image

Physical Manifestation:
brittle dry hair and nails
growth of fine hair all over body (protective factor)
constipation and mild anemia
muscle weakness
complaints of feeling cold
can become dangerously malnourished and in some cases death

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Bulimia Nervosa

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affect female more than male
binge on huge quantities of high caloric foods then purge by vomiting or use of laxative

result is dramatic flutuation in weight

often try and hide signs of vomiting

can result in dehydration, electolyte imbalance and teeth erosion

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Overweight and obesity: adolesent

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most become obese adults

depression is one of the strongst predictors

severe impact on self esteem and social developement

strong correlation between video games, computers

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Nurses Role: adolescent: Teen Pregnancy
provide information in all 3 options in non judgemental way provide support with decisions and throughout pregnancy, birth and parenting reinforce reproductive health education
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Piercing and Tattoo: Adolescent
aspect of adolescence identity formation How they expressed identity/style Parental/child: conflict can arise Health related risk: Blood borne pathogens: hep c, HIV Infection Keloid Swollen tongue, blockage of the throat Bleeding Nerve damage Education: Licensed for piercing: that is well run Making sure that it is sterile Meticulous handwashing Proper cleaning and care Educate about signs and symptoms of infection Avoid the sun while healing
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Coping- Stress: depression: adolescent
11% of teens have depression disorder by age 18 girls more likely to experience Major Depression (depressive disorder): depressed or irritable mood, disabling, diminished interest or pleasure in usual activites Symptoms: changes in weight, insomnia, decreased energy, diffuculty concentrating, preoccupation in death Has to last more than 2 weeks Rates increase with age Lots of stressors: get good grades, friendship troubles, technology, lack of social interaction, cyberbullying Limit screen time, no access to technology at bedtime
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Assessing for signs of depression: adolescent
Changes in weight, appetite, insomnia, low motivation, trouble concentrating, thinking about death (can be passive) Listen to the adolescent: language cues: tired, flat affective, hopeless: Start with PHQ: 2 PHQ:9 (if PHQ 2 is positive)
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Coping-Stress: suicide: adolescent
Recognition of warning signs and prevention essential Most likely underreported: the shame + the stigma around suicide Females are more likely to attempt suicide... Males are more likely to be successful Warning Sign: giving stuff away that you loved, isolation, sudden energy/mood change, risk taking, violence, preoccupation with death, ASK!!!!!Direct Questions Have you thought about hurting yourself, do you have a plan Refer to mental health: may need to go to hospital
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Unintentional Injury: adolescent
2/3rds of all unintentional injuries in this group are MVA Accidents: MVA 20x more likely than any other age group contributing factors: not wearing helmets, distractions, impaired while driving Includes bike, ATV, motorcycles, skiing Nurses Role: talk, talk, educate, educate, support parents
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Substance Abuse; adolescent:
- alcohol, marijuana: causing high anxiety, sniffing - want to fit in, social anxiety - Chemical use increasing—use precursor to abuse - signs that a teen is using: - stealing - sudden changes in behavior (academics) Isolation Eye drops Nose bleeds Ask about in non-judgmental manner (normalizing) Do you have friends that do drugs? Leading cause of substance abuse deaths: opioids
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Screening Tool- CRAFT: adolescent
C: driven a car while under influence R: need to take to feel relaxed A: Do you take drugs alone? F: do you forget things after? F:do family or friends tell you to stop T:have you gotten into trouble
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Smoking: adolescent
Caucasian females have higher % Most start use in adolescence Focus on preventing nonsmokers from starting; helping smoker to quit vape and other smokeless tobacco Most start if parents/ peer smoke 5A’s Ask , advise to quit, assess, arrange follow up, assist
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Infectious Monocleosis:
viral infection transmitted by direct contact Caused by the Epstein-Barr virus Sx include: sore throat, lymph node enlargement, lethargy.  enlarged liver and spleen watch contact sports, do not palapate spleen
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Meningitis
caused by bacteria: the one that can kill you + viral Vaccine for bacterial meningitis: at 11 and then before college (17) Exchange through exchange of throat and respiratory secretions Contagious but not as contagious as other viruses Commonly spread in community setting; college dorms VACINATION
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Causal and Protective Factors:
Insufficient use of condoms Lower self esteem Peer pressure Depression Sense of invisibility Protective: high Self-efficacy Good parental monitoring Good parent-child communication Positive school relationships Sexual knowledge
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Sexually Transmitted Infection: Adolescent
Gonorrhea/Chlaymdia Herpes Warts (HPV) Trichmonas HIV
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Oral Contraceptives: the pill
Many different brands Key Components: Estrogen Progesterone How does it work? When taking the pill, body thinks it is making it + suppresses hormones that cause ovulation (no egg = no pregnancy) Typically, 21 active pills + 7 placebo pills How to Use: Take the pill around the same time everyday When starting use backup methods; for at least first month How effective? 98% in perfect world 9% of users will get pregnant Side Effects Positive: Helps with cramping Lightens up the bleeding (decreases risk of anemia) Decreases risk of ovarian cancer + Uterine Cancer: temporary shutting down of the uterus (no correlation with breast cancer) Negative: Headache, nausea, breast tenderness, irregular bleeding 18 states pharmacist can give birth control
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Contraindications for the pill:
(related to the estrogen in the pill) History of blood clots Strokes Smokers (over 35 has increased risk) Breast Cancer Family History of MI (early age) High Blood Pressure Severe liver disease Warning Signs: (stop medication ASAP, call provider) Severe leg pain Abdominal pain Chest pain Eye/vision changes Return to fertility after stopping is easy Medications: TB medications (rifampin) Seizure medication St John's Wort
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Progesterone Only-Pill
Also called Mini Pill What it contains? Contains No Progesterone: not as good as combined pill How it Works? Take pill at same time everyday Suppresses ovulation; thins lining of uterus, thickens cervical mucous Effective? Less forgiving, Must be good at taking pills on time 88-91% effective Side Effects Acne, headache, mood swings, weight gain, irregular bleeding Cautions: If nausea or vomiting, or using antibiotics use backup method Liver disease, breast cancer Safer for women who have contradictions from the other pill When stopping fertility goes back: you can get pregnant
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Depo-Provera: the shot
Contains only progesterone Similar to the mini pill Thickens cervical mucous, thins uterine lining: prevents pregnancy 99% effective in perfect world: real world: only 94% Every 3 months for an injection Side Effects: mood swing, acne, weight gain Can take a while to get fertility back: 9- 12 months Increased risk of osteoporosis: stop smoking less alcohol, increase calcium A LOT of irregular bleeding for first 6 months then no bleeding
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Implant: nexplanon
Contain only progesterone Stop ovulation, thicken cervial mucous, thin cervical lining 99% effective Stays in for 4 years Acne, mood swings, weight gain No Nausea from estrogen
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Mirerna: IUD (intrauterine device)
Hormone based IUD Progesterone is released Good for people who can’t take birth control pills 99% effective Side effects: moods swings, acne, weight gain Gets fertility back when taking out Amenorrhea is not worrisome No impact on fertility Less cramping 7 years it can stay in Check the string At higher risk for STI: string helps the bacteria move up Contraindication:: Pelvic inflammatory, Uterine Cancer,
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The RIng:
Contain Estrogen and progesterone 99% in perfect, 91% in real world: people put it in wrong, or forget to put it in In for 3-5 weeks Contraindication History of blood clots Strokes Smokers (over 35 has increase risk) Breast cancer Family history of MI (early age) High blood pressure Severe liver disease
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Non- Hormonal birth control
Condoms: prevent STD Latex + Plastic condoms: are good for std protection Natural Condoms: good at pregnancy protection; not STI Pinch the tip: no air should be in the condom; more likely to break Condom can slip off Water based lubericants should be used: Oil breaks down the latex 98% effective perfect world: 85% in real world Spermicide: Should be used with condoms 80% effective if used alone No protection against STI: can increase risk Can be used for an hour Sponge: Round sponge that has spermicide Covers the cervixs Toxic Shock Syndrome Pulled off the market 76-88% effective Blocks sperm + spermicide More effective if you have not had children
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Diaphragm:
Round rubber disk: barrier and spermicide: cover the cervix Perfect world: 94% effective: real world; 88%): human errors lower the efficacy rate Leave in for 6 hours after Toxic shock syndrome UTI can be caused
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Cervical Cap
Mini diaphragm: sits on the cervix; acts with suction Spermicide and barrier 86% effective: more effective in women who have not had children Can leave in for 2 days
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Paraguard: Copper IUD
Does not have hormones in it: no progesterone Highest satification method Hostile to sperm : sperm does not like copper 99.9% effective Good for up to 12 years Side effects: heavier blood flow and cramping; does not stop cycle Anyone who does not want hormones, nearing menopause No impact on fetilirt Check the string
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Other Methods of birth control:
Fertility Awareness: times ovulation, only works for people who have regular cycles, if unreular you should not use as birth control, avoiding sex during ovulation, monitoring cervical mucous, avoid sex for days after ovulation Withdrawal: male pulls out before ejeculation, 78% effective, sperm can be left behind Tubal ligation: for females, 99.7% effective, higher risk of tubal pregnancy because tubes are cut, snip the fallopian tubes, eggs get reabsorbed, women still ovulate, if they have a late period make sure to test for pregnancy Vasectomy: 99.7% effective, for males, prevents sperm from being ejectulated, laser, keeps sperm out of the semen, takes 3 months to have zero sperm
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Young Adult: Erikson
Erikson: important to develop a sense of competency and self esteem Formulation of intimate relationships Intimacy vs isolation and loneliness characterized by reciprocal expression of affection and intimacy requires mutual trust
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Young Adult Time frame:
18-35 Marriage, family, milestones major task: adult responisbilites nurses need to maximize healthy period 2 prong approach: help continue with healthy lifestyle/behaviors and decrease accidents/injuries/ violence greater complexity of thinking, further organization of emotional and cognitive thinking and decision making is based on impact on other and future consequences usually healthiest period
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Biology and Genetics: young adult
Full Growth: women 17, Men 21 optimal strength occurs 25-35 Lonevity: women have greater longevity-on average 5 years longer
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Preventative health care: Young adult
Developing behaviors to promote healthy lifestyles Decreasing the incidence of accidents, injuries and acts of violence Maximize good health for as long as possible
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Guidelines and Recommendations: Young Adult
Age 18: full health exam and then every 2 years many young adults do not follow this recommendation
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Key areas to assess in History: Young adult
Socio-Demographic: ex: organization, hobbies, military Marital status, relationships, family/friend support Environmental: ex: living situation, education work status, risks, stress Biophysical: smoking, alcohol, drugs, seatbelt, exercise, weight, helmets, nutrition
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Preventative Health Monitoring: young adult
smoking obesity alcohol drug use accidental injury family planning activity levels Immunization: DPT, Hep B, flu BP diabetes Cholesterol Paps STI screening BSE/TSE
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Chronic Disease: Young Adult
Top 3: asthma, Arthritis, HTN Others cancer diabetes Heart disease
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Metabolic Syndrome: Young adult
group of cardiovascular risk factors associated with overweight and obesity High lipid levels insulin resistance hypertension prominent sign is central or waist center obesity at greater risk of coronary artery disease Interventions include: lifestyle changes- increased activity, diet changes if those dont work medication
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Diabetes: young adult
7th leading cause of death in us minority populations disproportionally affected diabetes (type 2) and related consequences (cardiovascular disease, blindness, lower limb amputations, kidney disease) are on the rise in us can lower the life expectancy by 15 years- early detection and management in young adulthood is important in decreasing progression of complication
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Nursing Role: young adult
Assessment: BMI waist circumference BP cholesterol Teaching: increased activity, low fat, more fruits/vegetables, limit proportion apps and activity monitors are promising motivational interviewing
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Consideration: females
Folic Acid Calcium: decreases risk of osteoporosis 1000-1500m/ day Iron
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Exercise Recommendations:
Aerobic exercise of moderate intensity for 30 minutes, 5 days a week optimum heart rate calculation HR: 220 minus age of person x 65-85% (.75) MHR: young adult MHR approximately 150 plus bpm muscle strengthening important as well barriers: lack of time, access to facilites, safe enviroment
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Sun Exposure:
sun/radiation exposure avoid excessive UV- highest risk time 10-2 use of sun blocks, unprotective clothin, avoid tanning, sunbathing SPF: sunscreen protective factor a calculation of effectiveness of various preparation rated by FDA rating of 30 means the sunscreen provides 30 times more protection than unprotected skin should use sunscreen that blocks UV A and UVB apply 15-30 min before exposure need to reapply often- after exercse and swimming
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Sports and accidental injuries: young adult
high cause of death in young adults head injuries are leading cause of death involving bike and motorcycle must encourage helmet drowning, boating accident hang glide, mtn climbing, skiiing
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Role-relationship pattern: Young adult
maturing relationships and roles development of enduring friendships formation of intimate relationship decisions about life/career directions formation of family units intimate partner violence
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Infertility: young adult
affects 10-15% of couples in US; increased diagnosis 25 years 40% male factor. 40% female factor. 20% unknown assistive reproductive technologies can be stressful, expensive encourage women to avoid alcohol, smoking, and drug use
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Unintented Pregnancy: young adult
unintended pregnancy: half of all pregnancies Teen birth rate down 30% in the past decade – result of more involvement in school activities, contracts between unmarried couples, birth control, pregnancy prevention programs and increased job opportunities Half of unplanned pregnancies are caused by contraceptive failure Can be related to delayed prenatal care, depression and relationship problems
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STI: young adult
HPV- warts, viral, cauliflower-like bumps. Skin to skin, Treat- acid, OTC cream Gonorrhea and/or Chlamydia- Bacterial, easily spread, treated with antibiotics.         Women may not show sx early, men w/ dysuria. Important to screen..        PID risk in women Trichomonas- Protozoa, women with vag discharge, odor. Treat with abx Herpes- Viral, no cure. Painful vesicular lesions, outbreaks come and go. Anti-viral meds         Can help reduce transmission Bacterial vaginosis- overgrowth of abnml bact in women, fishy odor, abx to treat Yeast- clumpy d/c, bad vaginal itch. Treat with antifungals
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Stress: young adult
Stress Assess for stress-related complaints Fatigue, anxiety, depression, marital problems, increased work demands, children Assess for signs of achievement stress Long work hours, skipped meals, loss of sleep, burn out, exhaustion, workaholics Listen, offer support; referrals as needed Exercise, relaxation techniques, counseling
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Suicide and depression: young adult
Suicide: Leading cause of death Cause: Unable to cope with stressful circumstances or events More women attempt suicide; more men succeed Assess for depression and suicidal ideation – need to ask outright “Have you had thoughts of wanting to hurt yourself?”