Risk-Taking Behaviors Are Increasing Among Adolescents

question 20

Multiple Choice

Risk-taking behaviors are increasing among adolescents. Which of the following is true that has implications for community health nurses?

• A) Experimentation with alcohol, smoking, and drugs occurs at younger ages than in the past.
• B) The newest statistics report decreasing sexual activity and fewer sex partners.
• C) Gang activity has decreased in recent years.
• D) Teen pregnancy rates are rising steadily.

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