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Common Health Issues and Risk Factors in Adolescents: Prevention and Management., Exams of Nursing

Queen Mary, University of London (QMUL)Nursing

Common Health Issues and Risk Factors in Adolescents: Prevention and Management. Common Health Issues and Risk Factors in Adolescents: Prevention and Management.

Typology: Exams

2024/2025

Available from 07/15/2025

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Common Health Issues and Risk Factors in
Adolescents: Prevention and Management.
1. What is the leading cause of death among adolescents
worldwide?
o[โœ“] Unintentional injuries (e.g., road traffic accidents)
oCancer
oDiabetes
oInfectious diseases
2. Which mental health disorder is most commonly seen in
adolescents?
o[โœ“] Depression
oSchizophrenia
oBipolar disorder
oDementia
3. Why are adolescents at high risk for motor vehicle accidents?
oPoor vehicle maintenance
o[โœ“] Risk-taking behavior and inexperience
oLack of road signs
oLimited driving hours
4. Which substance use is a major concern for adolescent health?
oCoffee
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Adolescents: Prevention and Management.

  1. What is the leading cause of death among adolescents worldwide? o [โœ“] Unintentional injuries (e.g., road traffic accidents) o Cancer o Diabetes o Infectious diseases
  2. Which mental health disorder is most commonly seen in adolescents? o [โœ“] Depression o Schizophrenia o Bipolar disorder o Dementia
  3. Why are adolescents at high risk for motor vehicle accidents? o Poor vehicle maintenance o [โœ“] Risk-taking behavior and inexperience o Lack of road signs o Limited driving hours
  4. Which substance use is a major concern for adolescent health? o Coffee

o Over-the-counter medication o [โœ“] Alcohol and tobacco o Vitamins

  1. What is a common sexual health risk among adolescents? o [โœ“] Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) o Diabetes o Oral infections o Allergies
  2. One important preventive strategy for adolescent injuries is: o Ignoring safety laws o [โœ“] Enforcing seat belt laws and graduated driving licenses o Allowing unrestricted driving hours o No driver education
  3. Which factor strongly affects adolescent mental health? o Diet only o Vaccination status o [โœ“] Violence and poverty o Height
  4. What condition is a leading cause of adolescent mortality alongside injuries and violence? o Asthma

o [โœ“] Limited access to reproductive health services o Excessive exercise o High vaccination rates o Low height

  1. Which mental health condition often begins in adolescence? o Dementia o [โœ“] Anxiety disorders o Alzheimer's disease o Osteoporosis
  2. The use of e-cigarettes among adolescents is concerning because: o They taste bad o [โœ“] They contain addictive nicotine and can affect brain development o They improve lung function o They have no health effects
  3. Which injury is common among adolescent athletes? o Hypothermia o [โœ“] Concussions o Malaria o Appendicitis
  1. Which social factor can increase risk of adolescent substance abuse? o Regular exercise o Stable family environment o [โœ“] Peer pressure o High academic achievement
  2. What is a major barrier for adolescents accessing health services? o Proximity to clinics only o Parental permission required and confidentiality concerns o No transportation o [โœ“] Cost, stigma, and confidentiality issues
  3. Which condition is commonly linked to adolescent depression? o [โœ“] Suicide attempts o Diabetes o Food allergies o Hearing loss
  4. What is the impact of physical activity on adolescent health? o No impact o Causes more injuries

o Antibiotics o Daily exercise

  1. What is the effect of early pregnancy on adolescent health? o [โœ“] Higher risk of maternal and infant complications o Increased height o Improved immunity o No effect
  2. What mental health problem is most prevalent in adolescent girls? o ADHD o [โœ“] Depression and anxiety o Autism o Eating disorders only
  3. Which weapon-related issue affects adolescent mortality? o No risk o [โœ“] Interpersonal violence and homicide o Natural disasters o Car accidents only
  4. Which is an effective way to reduce adolescent substance abuse? o Ignoring the problem

o Punitive laws only o [โœ“] Education and community support programs o Encouraging peer pressure

  1. What is a common barrier to adolescent use of contraception? o [โœ“] Limited knowledge and stigma o Cost only o Overuse of contraception o No side effects
  2. How does alcohol use impact adolescent brain development? o [โœ“] It impairs brain growth and decision-making o Enhances cognitive skills o No effect o Improves memory
  3. Which behavior increases adolescent risk for injuries? o [โœ“] Risk-taking and unsafe driving o Using seat belts o Following traffic laws o Wearing helmets
  4. What is a consequence of adolescent mental health disorders?
  1. What is a commonly reported symptom of adolescent anxiety? o [โœ“] Excessive worry and nervousness o Chest pain only o Weight gain o Improved focus
  2. Which of the following contributes to adolescent malnutrition? o [โœ“] Poverty and inadequate food o Excessive exercise o Over-supplementation o High protein diets
  3. What is the recommended intervention for adolescent substance use? o Ignore it o [โœ“] Counseling and treatment programs o Punishment only o Denial
  4. Which sleep problem is common among adolescents? o [โœ“] Insufficient or irregular sleep patterns o Oversleeping only o No sleep issues

o Narcolepsy only

  1. Why is confidentiality important in adolescent healthcare? o To keep parents uninformed always o [โœ“] To encourage adolescents to seek care honestly o It is not important o To hide information from doctors
  2. What intervention reduces adolescent pregnancy rates? o [โœ“] Comprehensive sex education and access to contraception o Ignoring adolescent sexuality o Promoting early marriage o Restricting healthcare access
  3. Which is a key risk factor for adolescent suicide? o [โœ“] Depression and social isolation o High academic performance o Good family support o Regular exercise
  4. What is the effect of tobacco use on adolescents? o No effect o [โœ“] Increased risk of addiction and respiratory problems o Improved lung function

o Punish poor health choices o Provide only academic content

  1. Which of the following is an emerging health risk for adolescents? o Malaria only o Tuberculosis only o [โœ“] E-cigarettes and vaping o Only food allergies
  2. How can caregivers support adolescent health? o Ignore adolescent needs o Prevent communication o [โœ“] Provide emotional support and facilitate healthcare access o Force adolescents to follow rules only
  3. What describes risk-taking behavior in adolescents? o [โœ“] Engaging in activities without considering harm o Avoiding challenges o Only safe activities o Refusing peer pressure
  4. Which global initiative aims to improve adolescent health by 2030? o Malaria eradication

o Cancer cure o [โœ“] Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being) o Only economic development