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154. A 78-year-old with stable dementia suddenly develops new onset of rapid, confused speech and agitation. What is the urgent clinical action?

A. Increase dosage of dementia medication.
B. Rule out delirium caused by a medical issue (e.g., UTI, pneumonia).
C. This is a normal progression of dementia.
D. Sedate the patient immediately.
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151. A 6-month-old infant startles at loud noises but does not turn their head towards the sound. What is an urgent recommendation?

A. Wait until 12 months for a hearing test.
B. Seek an immediate hearing screening.
C. Assume the infant is ignoring the sound.
D. The infant is just sleepy.
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Jun 6, 2026

150. A child with severe depression is prescribed an antidepressant. What is a medicinal consideration in developmental psychology?

A. Antidepressants are not effective in children.
B. The potential for side effects, the need for gradual titration, and the importance of combining medication with psychotherapy.
C. Antidepressants should be given for life.
D. Children are immune to withdrawal symptoms.
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Jun 6, 2026

149. A child’s mother used cocaine during pregnancy. What is a critical potential long-term developmental impact on the child?

A. Accelerated physical growth.
B. Increased risk of behavioral problems, attention deficits, and cognitive impairments.
C. Enhanced fine motor skills.
D. No significant impact if the child is well-fed.
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146. A 4-month-old infant is not able to hold their head steady when pulled to a sitting position. What is a clinical concern?

A. Normal developmental variation.
B. Potential delay in gross motor development.
C. The infant is just lazy.
D. Lack of environmental stimulation.
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Jun 6, 2026

145. A debate about the role of early childhood experiences in shaping adult personality is ongoing. From a critical developmental perspective, what is the contemporary understanding?

A. Early experiences solely determine personality.
B. Adult personality is solely a product of conscious choices.
C. Early experiences are influential but not deterministic, with ongoing development and plasticity.
D. Personality is fixed at birth.
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Jun 6, 2026

144. An 89-year-old previously independent individual suddenly becomes unable to manage their daily medications and personal hygiene after a recent hospitalization. What is the urgent clinical action?

A. Assume they have developed dementia overnight.
B. Assess for delirium, medication changes, or new medical conditions, and implement immediate safety and support measures.
C. This is an irreversible decline.
D. Immediately place them in a nursing home.
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143. What technical research design compares different age groups at a single point in time?

A. Longitudinal study.
B. Cross-sectional study.
C. Sequential study.
D. Experimental study.
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Jun 6, 2026

142. A 20-year-old is constantly changing majors, unsure of career paths, and struggling to define their values. According to Erikson, what developmental crisis are they experiencing?

A. Intimacy vs. Isolation.
B. Generativity vs. Stagnation.
C. Identity vs. Role Confusion.
D. Industry vs. Inferiority.
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Jun 6, 2026

141. A 3-year-old child has frequent, severe temper tantrums that are escalating in intensity and duration. What is the urgent concern for parents?

A. This is normal toddler behavior.
B. Potential underlying behavioral or developmental issues requiring professional consultation.
C. The child is just testing boundaries.
D. They need more discipline.
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Jun 6, 2026

140. A child with severe Tourette Syndrome is prescribed an alpha-agonist medication to reduce tics. What is a medicinal consideration in developmental psychology for this condition?

A. Alpha-agonists are not effective for tics.
B. Monitoring for cardiovascular side effects, sedation, and the importance of managing tics in a way that supports social and academic development.
C. Tics always disappear with medication.
D. Medication should be the only treatment for Tourette Syndrome.
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Jun 6, 2026

139. A pregnant woman tests positive for Zika virus. What is the critical developmental concern for the fetus?

A. Increased risk of preterm birth only.
B. Significant risk of microcephaly and severe neurological abnormalities.
C. Minor skin rash at birth.
D. No known impact on fetal development.
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Jun 6, 2026

138. A 62-year-old individual is facing retirement and feels uncertain about their purpose without their professional role. What is a clinical approach to support them?

A. Tell them retirement is a time to relax.
B. Encourage exploration of new roles, hobbies, and community involvement to foster a sense of generativity.
C. Focus only on their past achievements.
D. Dismiss their feelings as temporary.
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