Title: Describe the influences of heredity and environment on growth and development across the lifespan.
Course: Practical Nursing II (14052-II) > Section: Understanding Principles of Growth and Development

Description should include

- genetics
- prenatal environmental factors
- gender/identification
- ethnic factors
- ordinal position among siblings
- emotional environment
- socioeconomic environment
- various family structures
- community.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How do genetics affect growth and development?
- What factors (e.g., prenatal environment, health of mother, diet, stress, heredity) can affect the development of a child in utero?
- How might an individual's gender influence his/her size and growth rate, mortality rate, expectations of parents, toys and play, and socialization?
- What ethnic factors might influence growth and development, including cultural beliefs, religious orientation, family structure, and healthcare beliefs?
- How might an ordinal position among siblings affect growth and development?
- What conclusions might be drawn about the environment’s effect on growth and development, including
  - emotional environment
  - variations in family structures, such as nuclear, foster, and extended family
  - socioeconomic environment
  - community factors, such as climate, location, housing, and availability of social services and medical care?