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98. An 80-year-old individual reflects on their life with a sense of fulfillment and acceptance, even acknowledging regrets. According to Erikson, this is indicative of which stage?

A. Generativity vs. Stagnation.
B. Ego Integrity vs. Despair.
C. Intimacy vs. Isolation.
D. Identity vs. Role Confusion.
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97. A clinical psychologist is assessing a 10-year-old child for a learning disability. What technical assessment method is most appropriate?

A. IQ test only.
B. Comprehensive psychoeducational assessment including IQ and academic achievement tests.
C. Behavioral observations only.
D. Parental interviews only.
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Jun 6, 2026

96. A 6-month-old infant is developing object permanence. What situational behavior would best demonstrate this?

A. Crying when a toy is taken away.
B. Reaching for a toy that has been hidden under a blanket.
C. Tracking a moving object with their eyes.
D. Smiling at a familiar face.
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95. A child’s language development is significantly delayed compared to peers, and they struggle with understanding basic commands. From a critical perspective, what is the importance of early intervention?

A. Language development naturally catches up without intervention.
B. Early intervention is crucial for maximizing cognitive and social-emotional outcomes.
C. Intervention can only begin after formal schooling.
D. Delaying intervention allows for natural maturation.
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94. A 92-year-old living independently falls and sustains a hip fracture. During hospitalization, they develop sudden confusion and disorientation. What is the urgent clinical priority?

A. Treat the hip fracture first, then address confusion.
B. Address the underlying medical cause of delirium immediately, such as infection or dehydration.
C. Assume it's a new onset of severe dementia.
D. Restrict movement to prevent further injury.
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91. A toddler exhibits extreme clinginess, inconsolable crying upon separation from parents, and intense fear of strangers. What is the urgent concern?

A. Normal attachment behavior.
B. Extreme separation anxiety requiring clinical evaluation.
C. A sign of a strong bond.
D. The child is just being difficult.
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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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Jun 6, 2026
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