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WorksheetsParenting Final Review
Total questions: 80
Worksheet time: 40mins
The ideals and beliefs about what is important and how to act on them.
Conscience
Value
Social Competence
Socioeconomic Status
A family's position within society based on social and economic factors.
Social Competence
Conscience
Socioeconomic Status
Value
Knowing and using social skills in all social settings (school, work, and social events).
Socioeconomic Status
Social Competence
Conscience
Value
Inner sense of moral goodness that drives a person's conduct, intentions, or character.
Value
Social Competence
Socioeconomic Status
Conscience
Parenting does not have legal requirements.
True
False
Parents spoil their children by giving unconditional love.
True
False
Behavioral expectations should be set higher than the child's developmental stage.
False
True
Self-esteem is highly related to integrity and respect.
False
True
Parents' responsibilities do not include ____.
making all decisions about their children's lives
being ready and able to be parents
meeting children's needs based on development
maintaining their own good health
Learning about ethnic identity and heritage helps a child ____.
All of the above
develop pride for one's own ethnic group
enjoy differences in people
respect others' customs, beliefs, and behaviors
Maintaining good parental health does not involve ____.
caring for personal physical needs
enjoying fun activities
finding time for interaction with others
avoiding all stress
Which of the following is not a goal of parenting? Parents want their children to ____.
possess knowledge and skills for adulthood
have happy and fulfilling lives
function independently and get along well
marry and have children someday
Of the many reasons to want children, the best reason for a couple to want children is ____.
to love and raise a child
to look forward to playing with their child
wondering what their child might be like
wondering whether they will be good parents
Before parenting, couples should take an honest look at each of the following questions except ____.
Is our marriage strong and secure?
Do we generally agree or disagree?
Are we willing to put our marriage last for the sake of children?
How well do we communicate?
Which statement most accurately reflects health concerns of parenting?
Parents' health may affect a baby's health and parenting abilities
Age is no longer a health concern of prospective mothers
Genetically passed traits should be the main health concern
Health habits for parents-to-be should begin after pregnancy
Nurturing primarily promotes ____ in children.
insecure feelings
intelligence
attachment to parents
an easy-going nature
Which of the following is the best way for parents to reduce negative words?
Ignoring parenting mistakes
Showing disrespect to their child like to a best friend
Giving in to their children's demands
Thinking of their children in positive ways
Nurturance includes ____.
direct care
hugs
All of the above
supportive care
Parental ____ most influence character development in children.
punishments
actions
parenting style
beliefs
Children who persevere have parents who ____.
set realistic goals so success is likely
set low goals to guarantee success
set very high goals so success comes from hard work
avoid setting goals to reduce pressure
Match the term with its identifying phrase: A. bonding B. circumcision C. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) D. Postpartum depression (PPD) — A hospital area for newborns requiring emergency or special care, which has special equipment and a medical staff to help babies survive.
D. Postpartum depression (PPD)
C. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
B. circumcision
A. bonding
Match the term with its identifying phrase: A. bonding B. circumcision C. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) D. Postpartum depression (PPD) — Surgical removal of the male’s foreskin, a skin flap that covers the head of the penis.
A. bonding
B. circumcision
D. Postpartum depression (PPD)
C. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Match the term with its identifying phrase: A. bonding B. circumcision C. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) D. Postpartum depression (PPD) — The loving feeling parents have for their child.
C. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
B. circumcision
D. Postpartum depression (PPD)
A. bonding
Match the term with its identifying phrase: A. bonding B. circumcision C. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) D. Postpartum depression (PPD) — A serious mood disorder following childbirth.
A. bonding
B. circumcision
D. Postpartum depression (PPD)
C. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
True/False: The placenta and umbilical cord are part of every woman’s uterus whether or not she is pregnant.
False
True
True/False: Certain health providers specialize in prenatal care and delivering babies.
False
True
True/False: Because they do not work, babies do not need social security numbers.
True
False
True/False: Prematurity, low birthweight, or serious health conditions all require emergency care for newborns.
True
False
Each of the following is an advantage of family planning except_____.
allowing couples to achieve the goals they have set for themselves
offering choices when couples decide to stop having children
ensuring parenthood is by choice
requiring males and females to have healthy reproductive systems
Readiness for the first child includes_____.
buying their first home
waiting until the couple is 100 percent financially secure
deciding if the couple has had enough time to form a stable, close relationship
None of the above
The most common causes of fertility problems are.
physical problems
psychological stressors
None of the above
financial stressors
Adoption through an attorney or physician is called an ________ adoption.
international
agency
open
independent
Prenatal development involves_____.
only development that occurs during the germinal stage
all development that occurs between conception and birth
all development that occurs during the embryonic stage
all development that occurs only in fetal stage
Miscarriages after implantation occur in_____.
fifty percent of all pregnancies
as many as one-third of all pregnancies
as many as one-fourth of all pregnancies
one out of every 115 live births
The most traumatized by an unborn baby’s loss is (are) the_____.
couple
mother
siblings-to-be
father
The earliest test for a possible congenital disorder is_____.
amniocentesis
blood test
chorionic villi sampling
ultrasound
Breast-feeding a single infant may take up to hours in a 24-hour period.
2
4
6
8
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) gives leave in certain situations. A.
employers
female employees
male employees
both male and female employee
The longest stage of labor is the_____.
afterbirth stage
dilation stage
transition phase
delivery stage
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit takes care of newborns _____.
with life-threatening conditions
with serious health conditions
All of the above
who are born healthy, but premature
Failing to provide for a child’s basic needs.
Abduction
Custody
Bullying
Neglect
Nonaccidental injury or pattern of injuries to a child for which there is no medical explanation.
Accidental harm
Self-injury
Medical neglect
Child abuse
A condition in which children significantly miss normal milestones in weight gain, height increase, or brain development.
Selective mutism
Chronic illness
Delayed schooling
Failure to thrive
Occurs when one or more people inflict physical, verbal, or social abuse on another person.
Bullying
Mediation
Mentoring
Peer support
The problems of a dysfunctional family prevent parents from caring for and nurturing their children.
False
True
A person’s self-esteem has little impact on his or her substance abuse.
False
True
Abuse victims can turn to social workers, medical professionals, and the police to help make a plan of escape from an abusive home life.
True
False
Bullying peaks in the teen years.
False
True
Stress associated with divorce may come from_____.
moving to a different home
changes in family income
changes in parental roles
All of the above
For most children, the most stressful aspect of a divorce is___.
remarriage of parents
lack of a supportive environment
changes in parental roles
less family income
The best help for a child in a single-parent family is having________.
a trusted counselor
enough family income
a well-adjusted parent
a concerned teacher
Parental ____ is a common reason state child protection agencies place children in foster care.
abandonment
remarriage
divorce
illness
The most commonly abused substance is _______.
cocaine
methamphetamine
alcohol
marijuana
Which of the following actions is part of an abuse victim’s plan for escape?
All of the above
Packing emergency bags and hiding them
Planning ahead for a safe place
Taking children along during escape
The most difficult form of neglect or abuse to prove is __________.
sexual
None of the above
physical
emotional
Who are mandated reporters of child abuse?
Teachers and counselors
Physicians and nurses
Both A and B
None of the above
Each of the following is a way parents can protect their child from abduction except ______.
keep a copy of fingerprints on hand
choose babysitters from neighborhood
know height, weight, distinguishing marks
check sex-offender registries
Family members can help each other after a suicide by ______.
talking about their “if only…” thoughts
not getting involved with activities
talking about good and bad times shared
hiding their feelings and avoiding talk
Each of the following is a reason some parents do not want their children to have immunizations except _______.
their concern about side effects
their concern about the cost
failure to recognize diseases are life threatening
their religious beliefs
The best way for parents to teach safety is to ______.
avoid teachable moments
make safety rules that suggest a risk
make safety rules clear
avoid supervising activities
Children who meet their own needs after school until their parents return home.
abstinence
children in self-care
high-risk behaviors
eating disorders
Refraining from sexual intercourse.
Abstinence
Contraception
Fertility awareness
Consensual dating
Real medical illnesses with complex emotions and behaviors that involve abnormal eating patterns and concerns with weight and body image.
Eating disorders
Body dysmorphia
Nutritional fads
Exercise addiction
Risky action in which teens often know the dangers, but believe they are exempt from the risks.
Calculated choices
Curiosity-driven acts
Rebellious expressions
High-risk behaviors
Peers are the most powerful influence on school achievement.
False
True
Forming an identity in adolescence is critical as a foundation for the way teens live the rest of their lives.
False
True
With support from family and friends, teens can be resilient even when they face personal stress and family problems.
True
False
Teens should talk to their doctors about changes during puberty and reproductive health care.
True
False
Although participating in team sports is often a positive experience, under some circumstances team sports can have each of the following negative effects except_____.
failure to learn respect for authority
enjoyment of competition and friendship
development of conceit about their individual achievements
loss of self-esteem for children who seldom or never win
Healthy sexuality development includes_____.
knowledge of the role of sexuality in adult life
beginning development of gender-role identification
knowledge of changes that occur with puberty
All of the above.
Each of the following is a way parents can encourage learning except.
making reading, writing, arithmetic, and computers part of everyday life
letting children handle home projects for school on their own
taking children to libraries and museums
sharing children’s excitement about learning
Which of the following is a way parents partner with the school?
Making sure children return homework assignments promptly.
Volunteering their services at school.
Limiting communication with the school personnel.
Providing limited support for learning at home.
The roles of peers in the school-age years do not include_____.
encouraging parental dependence
transmitting knowledge
helping with gender-role identification
providing friendships
The negative emotions most often seen in school-age children are_____.
anxieties and frustrations
loneliness and sadness
fears and phobias
unhappiness and moodiness
Each of the following is a way parents can limit uncooperative behaviors except_____.
encouraging participation in healthy activities with approved peers and adults
using parental control in making family decisions
using fair discipline
explaining pros and cons of given values for family choices
Puberty begins with a_____.
All of the above.
surge of hormones
growth spurt
physical sexual maturation
Teens need to be most careful of_____.
the stereotyping labels given to groups, such as nerds
peer conflicts
time spent with friends
peer pressure
Serious emotional disturbances in the teen years do not include_____.
anxiety
stress
rage
depression
If parents_____, their teens will more likely continue to engage in high-risk behaviors.
provide information
overreact emotionally
talk openly about issues
reduce spending money
During the teen years, parents must discontinue .
setting rules and monitoring
helping their teens who have made mistakes
making all decisions
advising
