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ATI Pediatrics Proctored Questions
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A 12-year-old child
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A nurse is teaching about growth and development to a parent of a 12-year-old child. The nurse should instruct the parent to expect the child to exhibit which of the following characteristics during early adolescence.
Correct Answer: D
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Answer: D - Mood swings
Rationale: During early adolescence, hormonal changes can lead to mood swings in children. This is a common characteristic due to the fluctuating levels of hormones affecting emotions. Parents should be prepared for sudden changes in their child's mood and behavior during this period.
Summary of other choices:
A: Decelerating growth rate - While growth may slow down during adolescence, it is not a prominent characteristic during early adolescence.
B: Increase self-esteem - While self-esteem can improve during adolescence, it is not specific to early adolescence.
C: Emotional separation from parent - Emotional separation typically occurs later in adolescence, not necessarily during early adolescence.
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