1. A 78-year-old patient with a history of hypertension and diabetes

mellitus presents with memory loss and decreased cognitive function.

Which theory best explains the patient's condition?

 A) Social learning theory

 B) Cognitive development theory

 C) Biological theory

 D) Cultural theory

 Answer: C) Biological theory

 Rationale: The biological theory of lifespan development suggests that

biological factors such as genetics and physical health can impact

cognitive functions.

2. A nurse observes that a toddler learns new words by imitating adults.

This observation aligns with which of the following theories?

 A) Learning theory

 B) Cognitive theory

 C) Social theory

 D) Biological theory

 Answer: A) Learning theory

 Rationale: Learning theory, specifically social learning theory, posits

that people can learn new behaviors through observation and imitation.

3. During a community health visit, a nurse finds that cultural beliefs

strongly influence a family's approach to healthcare. This scenario

exemplifies the impact of which factor on lifespan development?

 A) Social

 B) Cultural

 C) Cognitive

 D) Biological

 Answer: B) Cultural

 Rationale: Cultural factors play a significant role in shaping an

individual's health behaviors and attitudes towards healthcare.

4. A teenager exhibits increased risk-taking behaviors and seeks peer

approval. Which developmental theory most likely explains this behavior?

 A) Erikson's stages of psychosocial development

 B) Piaget's stages of cognitive development

 C) Vygotsky's sociocultural theory