Which of the Following Is a Characteristic Associated with Adolescent

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic associated with adolescent pregnancy?

• A)The recommended weight gain is approximately 35 lbs.
• B)The incidence of stillbirths and preterm births is 5-10% lower compared with adult women.
• C)The incidence of pregnancy-induced hypertension is 5-10% lower compared with older women.
• D)The time in labor is usually shorter than for older women because there are fewer overweight teenagers.
• E)Maternal death rates are 5 to 7 times greater among adolescent mothers in the developed world.

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Definitions:

Group Cohesion

The strength and solidarity of the bonds among group members, contributing to the group's unity, commitment, and capacity to act as a single entity.

Task Cohesion

The degree to which group members work together towards a common goal and the level of commitment to achieving that goal.

Entitativity

The degree to which a group is perceived as being a coherent, unified entity.

Collective Efficacy

The shared belief in a group's capability to organize and execute the courses of action required to produce given levels of achievements.