The Term "Adult" Is Sometimes Used to Defined as a Person

question 82

Multiple Choice

The term "adult" is sometimes used to defined as a person who is (1) 18 years or older,and (2) has completed puberty,and (3) is financially independent.If a person had to have all three characteristics to qualify as an adult,the term "adult" could refer to a

• A) disjunctive concept.
• B) conjunctive concept.
• C) prototypical category.
• D) basic category.

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Definitions:

Somatic Pain

Pain that originates from the skin, muscles, bones, or connective tissues, often described as localized and dull or achy.

FACES Scale

A visual scale used to help patients, especially children, to express the intensity of their pain by choosing from a range of facial expressions.

Assess Pain

The process of evaluating the presence, intensity, and nature of pain an individual is experiencing, often using scales or questionnaires.

4-Year-Old Child

A developmental stage in children characterized by increased independence, creativity, and understanding of basic concepts and ideas.