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90. An older adult with multiple chronic conditions is prescribed several medications. What is a medicinal concern in developmental psychology for this age group?

A. Medications are always safe at any dose.
B. Polypharmacy, drug-drug interactions, and age-related changes in metabolism and excretion.
C. Older adults metabolize medications faster.
D. Medication adherence is never an issue for older adults.
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87. A clinician uses the Denver Developmental Screening Test (DDST-II). What technical areas of development does this tool primarily assess?

A. Moral reasoning and abstract thought.
B. Personal-social, fine motor-adaptive, language, and gross motor skills.
C. Attachment and temperament.
D. Academic achievement and intelligence.
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85. A parent is very rigid and demanding, with high expectations and little emotional warmth. From a critical parenting style perspective, what outcome is most likely for the child?

A. High self-esteem and independence.
B. Authoritarian parenting, potentially leading to anxiety, lower self-esteem, or rebelliousness.
C. Authoritative parenting, fostering competence.
D. Permissive parenting, leading to impulsivity.
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84. A 15-year-old adolescent presents to the ER with symptoms of opioid overdose. What is the urgent clinical concern?

A. Normal adolescent experimentation.
B. Acute medical emergency requiring immediate life support and toxicology screening.
C. Attention-seeking behavior.
D. Mild substance use.
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81. A 6-month-old infant startles easily, cries frequently, and is difficult to soothe. What is an urgent consideration for a developmental specialist?

A. Normal infant behavior.
B. Potential signs of a difficult temperament or early regulatory issues.
C. The infant is spoiled.
D. The infant is bored.
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80. A child with severe ADHD is struggling in school despite behavioral interventions. A physician is considering stimulant medication. What is a medicinal consideration in developmental psychology?

A. Stimulants are not effective for children with ADHD.
B. Monitoring for potential cardiovascular effects and impact on sleep and appetite.
C. Stimulants are a lifelong commitment.
D. Behavioral therapy should be stopped if medication is started.
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79. A woman discovers she is pregnant but has been taking a medication known to cause birth defects. What is the critical and urgent medical action?

A. Continue the medication until the end of pregnancy.
B. Consult her physician immediately to discuss risks, benefits, and potential alternatives or management.
C. There's nothing that can be done at this point.
D. Switch to an herbal remedy without professional advice.
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78. A 78-year-old individual expresses profound despair, regret, and feels their life has been wasted. According to Erikson, what crisis are they primarily experiencing?

A. Generativity vs. Stagnation.
B. Ego Integrity vs. Despair.
C. Intimacy vs. Isolation.
D. Identity vs. Role Confusion.
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75. A parent uses harsh punishment and withdrawal of affection when their child misbehaves. From a critical perspective on moral development (Kohlberg), what level of morality might this parenting style foster?

A. Postconventional morality.
B. Conventional morality.
C. Preconventional morality (obedience and punishment orientation).
D. Universal ethical principles.
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74. An elderly individual is experiencing acute changes in mental status, often fluctuating between lucidity and confusion. What is the urgent intervention?

A. Assume it's a new onset of dementia.
B. Immediately assess for a reversible cause of delirium (e.g., infection, medication, metabolic imbalance).
C. Refer for long-term psychiatric care.
D. Provide calming reassurance only.
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72. A 35-year-old reports feeling fulfilled by their career and family, but also a new interest in volunteering and contributing to society. What stage of Erikson’s theory is most evident?

A. Intimacy vs. Isolation.
B. Generativity vs. Stagnation.
C. Identity vs. Role Confusion.
D. Industry vs. Inferiority.
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