Erikson's Theory
Physical Development
Cognitive Development
Relationships & Lifestyle
Nursing Interventions and Health Promotion
100

What is the psychosocial crisis in early adulthood?

What is intimacy vs. isolation 

100

At what age does physical strength usually peak

What is the late 20s to early 30s
100

What cognitive stage does Piaget associate with early adulthood?

What is formal operational thinking

100

What kind of relationships are most important in early adulthood?

What are intimate relationships 

100

What is one recommended screening test for women in their 20s or 30s?

What is PAP smear

200

Define "intimacy" as Erikson used it

What is forming close, meaningful relationships?

200

What are two common health habits that begin in early adulthood?

What are regular exercise and diet

200

What is postformal thought?

What is thinking that is more flexible, practical, and dialectical 

200

Name a major lifestyle transition often occurring during early adulthood

What is marriage, parenthood, or starting a career

200

Name a health promotion topic relevant to early adulthood

What is contraception, exercise, nutrition, etc

300

What happens if someone fails to resolve the crisis of early adulthood?

What is isolation, loneliness, and fear of commitment?

300

Name one preventable health risk in early adulthood

What is smoking, alcohol abuse, etc

300
Name one characteristic of adult thinking that differs from adolescent thinking

What is more realistic decision-making

300

What is cohabitation?

What is living together without marriage
300

How can nurses promote mental health in early adults?

What is providing access to therapy or teaching coping strategies 

400

True or false: Erikson believed successful identity development was not required before intimacy?

What is false

400

How often should adults in their 20s get a physical exam

What is annually 
400

How do young adults typically approach problem-solving?

What is context-driven and emotionally aware reasoning

400

What are two challenges new parents may face in early adulthood

What is sleep deprivation and time management

400

What is one way to assess for substance use in early adulthood?

What is using a screening tool 

500

Give an example of a nurse intervention to support someone struggling with isolation

What is referral to counseling, support groups, or promoting social engagement

500

What chronic condition often starts developing in early adulthood due to lifestyle choices?

What is hypertension or type 2 diabetes 

500

Give an example of how education contributes to cognitive growth in early adulthood 

what is career training, advanced education opportunities

500

What role can nurses play in supporting work-life balance?

What is offering stress management education and community resources 

500

What is included in creating a care plan for a 30-year-old with anxiety and poor diet

Assessment, Planning, Intervention, Evaluation (Diagnosis) 

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