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115. A debate arises about whether intelligence is primarily determined by genes or environment. From a critical developmental perspective, what is the contemporary understanding?

A. Intelligence is purely genetic.
B. Intelligence is purely environmental.
C. Intelligence is a product of complex gene-environment interactions.
D. Intelligence is fixed at birth.
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114. A 75-year-old living alone has been found neglecting personal hygiene, missing meals, and becoming increasingly disoriented after a fall. What is the urgent clinical concern?

A. Normal signs of aging.
B. Geriatric syndrome with potential for delirium and further decline, requiring immediate comprehensive assessment.
C. Intentional self-neglect.
D. A new onset of depression.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
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nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

112. A 30-year-old couple is struggling with infertility and feels a sense of inadequacy. According to Erikson, what developmental task might this challenge affect?

A. Identity vs. Role Confusion.
B. Intimacy vs. Isolation.
C. Generativity vs. Stagnation.
D. Ego Integrity vs. Despair.
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111. A 9-month-old infant is not babbling, pointing, or engaging in reciprocal peek-a-boo games. What is the urgent recommendation?

A. Wait until 18 months for these milestones.
B. Seek an immediate speech-language and developmental evaluation.
C. Assume the child is quiet by nature.
D. Encourage more passive entertainment like TV.
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110. An elderly patient is on multiple medications. What is a medicinal consideration for a nurse or doctor regarding their cognitive function?

A. Medication side effects can mimic dementia symptoms.
B. All cognitive decline in older adults is due to normal aging.
C. Medications always improve cognitive function.
D. Dosage adjustments are never needed in older adults.
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107. A 16-year-old struggles with severe social anxiety, fearing judgment from peers. What clinical intervention should be primarily considered?

A. Encouraging them to force themselves into social situations.
B. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focusing on social skills and challenging anxious thoughts.
C. Ignoring the anxiety, as it will pass.
D. Prescribing strong sedatives for daily use.
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106. An infant, exposed to significant neglect in early life, shows a strong preference for toys over human interaction and displays little emotional response. From a critical perspective, this may indicate what developmental concern?

A. A healthy preference for independence.
B. Disruptions in attachment formation and social-emotional development.
C. High intellectual potential.
D. Normal early childhood shyness.
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105. A 7-year-old child consistently struggles to sit still, often blurts out answers, and has difficulty waiting their turn. What technical criteria are being described?

A. Inattentive symptoms of ADHD.
B. Hyperactive-impulsive symptoms of ADHD.
C. Symptoms of Oppositional Defiant Disorder.
D. Symptoms of Specific Learning Disability.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

103. A 60-year-old individual is experiencing menopause and reports fluctuating moods, hot flashes, and sleep disturbances. What is a clinical consideration for managing these symptoms?

A. These symptoms are purely psychological and should be ignored.
B. Hormonal changes are impacting physical and emotional well-being, requiring a comprehensive medical and psychological approach.
C. Only medication can help.
D. Only lifestyle changes can help.
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Jun 6, 2026

102. A 2-year-old child shows significant delay in walking independently. What is the urgent recommendation for parents?

A. Wait for them to walk by age 3.
B. Seek a developmental pediatrician or physical therapy evaluation.
C. Encourage more crawling to strengthen legs.
D. Buy a walking aid.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
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nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

100. An adolescent with a diagnosed anxiety disorder is prescribed an anxiolytic medication. What is a medicinal consideration in a developmental context?

A. Anxiolytics should be used as a primary long-term solution.
B. The risk of dependence, withdrawal, and the need for concomitant psychotherapy.
C. Adolescents are immune to medication side effects.
D. Medication alone is sufficient for anxiety.
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99. A parent is seeking advice on how to best prepare their child for school. What is a critical piece of advice from a developmental perspective?

A. Focus solely on early academic drills (reading, math).
B. Foster social-emotional skills, independence, curiosity, and language development.
C. Send them to an elite preschool as early as possible.
D. Avoid any structured learning before age 7.
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