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WorksheetsSchool-Age and Adolescents
Total questions: 19
Worksheet time: 10mins
A nurse is reviewing calcium requirements with a group of adolescents. Which statement is correct?
Teens need less calcium than adults due to stronger bones
Teens need approximately 1,300 mg of calcium per day
Calcium supplements are only needed after age 30
Dairy products should be avoided due to high calcium levels
A nurse is assessing the growth and development of a 9-year-old child during a well-child visit. Which of the following findings would be expected during this stage of development?
Rapid growth similar to infancy
Annual weight gain of 5–7 kg (11–15 lb)
Steady height increase of approximately 5 cm (2 inches) per year
Menarche commonly occurring by age 9
During a well-child screening, a nurse discusses dental care with the parent of a 7-year-old. Which statement by the parent indicates a need for further teaching?
“I don’t think school dental programs are necessary for my child.”
“We brush twice a day and limit sugary snacks.”
“My child is losing teeth in the same order they came in.”
“I schedule regular dental checkups for my child.”
A nurse is counseling the parents of a school-age child with obesity. Which statement by the parent indicates a correct understanding of the nurse’s teaching?
“We’ll focus on getting her weight down as quickly as possible.”
“Our goal is to help her develop healthier habits and be more active.”
“I’ll put her on a strict low-calorie diet.”
“She doesn’t need to change her lifestyle if she loses weight.”
A nurse is educating a group of parents about puberty in adolescents. Which statement by a parent indicates correct understanding of gender differences in physical development?
“Boys usually begin puberty about two years earlier than girls.”
“Girls and boys generally begin puberty at the same time.”
“The first sign of puberty in boys is facial hair growth.”
“Girls typically show signs of puberty, such as breast development, before boys.”
A nurse is teaching a group of adolescents about common health issues during puberty. Which of the following statements should be included in the teaching? (Select all that apply):
Acne is often caused by increased sweat and sebaceous gland activity.
Washing the face with soap and water can help manage acne.
Scoliosis is more common in boys and usually resolves on its own.
Girls should be screened for scoliosis between ages 10–12.
Acne is best treated with oral antibiotics.
The nurse is educating adolescents about nutritional needs during puberty. Which of the following statements should be included in the teaching? (Select all that apply):
Male adolescents typically require more daily calories than females
Calcium is essential for proper bone mineralization.
Girls involved in weight-sensitive sports may be at risk for low calcium intake.
Adolescents need 800 mg of calcium daily.
Disordered eating can negatively affect nutritional status.
A school nurse is developing a health education session for school-age children. Which of the following topics is most appropriate to include?
Instruction on contraceptive methods
Encouraging peer discussion about sexual activity
Providing age-appropriate books about puberty and body change
Advising children to avoid questions related to sexuality
A nurse is assessing cognitive development in an 8-year-old child. Which of the following findings would be expected at this stage of development?
The child struggles to see things from another person’s point of view
The child can understand that the amount of water stays the same when poured into a different-shaped glass
The child thinks abstractly about complex ideas
The child cannot organize objects by size or category
A nurse is planning a health education session for a group of 11-year-olds. Which topic should the nurse prioritize based on known health risks at this age?
Educating about the dangers of smoking and substance experimentation
Discussing how to manage abstract thinking and emotions
Encouraging physical training routines
Promoting the benefits of calcium
An adolescent is volunteering at a local Alzheimer’s fundraiser and expresses that “everyone deserves to be treated with dignity, no matter what.” According to Kohlberg’s theory of moral development, which stage is the adolescent beginning to enter?
Pre-conventional stage
Conventional stage
Post-conventional stage
Concrete operational stage
A school nurse is assessing a 16-year-old student who reports feeling irritable, uninterested in previously enjoyed activities, and frequently fatigued. What is the nurse’s priority action?
Refer the student for evaluation and treatment of possible depression
Encourage the student to get more sleep and exercise
Recommend joining a sports team to improve mood
Advise the student to talk to peers about their feelings
A nurse is planning anticipatory guidance for a group of adolescents. Which of the following topics is most appropriate to include to support positive reproductive health outcomes?
Encouraging abstinence until marriage
Avoiding conversations about same-sex activity to prevent confusion
Providing education on contraception, STI prevention, and decision-making
Focusing on the physical changes of puberty
A nurse is teaching a group of parents about moral development in school-age children. Which statement indicates an understanding of Kohlberg’s theory?
“My 7-year-old lies sometimes, but it’s probably a sign of serious behavior issues.”
“Older school-age children should already understand abstract moral concepts.”
“Younger school-age children make moral decisions based on self-interest and avoiding punishment.”
“If my child steals, consequences should be the same as for a teen.”
A nurse is caring for a 10-year-old student who has recently become withdrawn and is performing poorly in school after his parents’ divorce. What is the nurse’s best initial response?
Recommend the child be placed on academic probation until behavior improves
Notify the parents that this behavior is abnormal and disciplinary action may be needed
Assume the child will adjust over time and take no further action unless behavior worsens
Encourage the child to talk about his feelings and assess for additional stressors
A 15-year-old female student frequently skips lunch, is overly concerned with her weight, and has recently been caught vomiting after meals. Which of the following conditions should the school nurse suspect?
Anorexia nervosa
Type 2 diabetes
Bulimia nervosa
Binge eating disorder
A nurse is performing a well-child exam on an 11-year-old girl. The nurse observes breast budding (small mound formation) and sparse, straight pubic hair along the labia. Based on Tanner staging, which stage of sexual development is this girl in?
Tanner Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Stage 4
A nurse is educating a group of teens about caloric needs during adolescence. Which statement by a student demonstrates correct understanding of daily energy requirements?
“All teens need about 1,500 calories per day.”
“Boys may need up to 2,900 calories a day, especially if they're active.”
“Girls need just as many calories as boys, regardless of activity.”
“If I’m not hungry, I probably don’t need to eat.”
