(JHU) NR.210.603 Human Growth & Development - Final Exam Readiness Guide 2024(JHU) NR.210.603 Human Growth & Development - Final Exam Readiness Guide 2024(JHU) NR.210.603 Human Growth & Development - Final Exam Readiness Guide 2024
,1. Which developmental theory emphasizes the influence
of social interactions on learning?
a) Freud's Psychosexual Theory
b) Piaget's Cognitive Development Theory
c) Erikson's Psychosocial Development Theory
d) Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory
Answer: d) Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory
Rationale: Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory emphasizes
that social interactions are fundamental to the process of
cognitive development.
2. What is the primary focus of Erikson’s stage of 'Industry
vs. Inferiority'?
a) Developing trust in caregivers
b) Gaining confidence through learning
c) Forming intimate relationships
d) Negotiating role confusion
Answer: b) Gaining confidence through learning
Rationale: During the 'Industry vs. Inferiority' stage,
children are focused on mastering skills, leading to a sense
of competence and achievement.
, 4. In Piaget’s stages of cognitive development, during
which stage does a child develop the ability to perform
operations mentally?
a) Sensorimotor
b) Preoperational
c) Concrete Operational
d) Formal Operational
Answer: c) Concrete Operational
Rationale: During the Concrete Operational stage,
children develop logical thinking and can perform
operations mentally about concrete concepts.
5. What is the leading cause of death during adolescence?
a) Cancer
b) Cardiovascular disease
c) Unintentional injuries
d) Respiratory diseases
Answer: c) Unintentional injuries
Rationale: Accidents and unintentional injuries,
particularly from motor vehicle accidents, are the leading
causes of death among adolescents.
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6. The _________ reflex is a neonatal reflex that causes a
baby to turn its head toward something that touches its
cheek.
Answer: Rooting
Rationale: The rooting reflex helps newborns find the
nipple for feeding.
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