Risk-taking behaviors are increasing among adolescents. Which of the f

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

1. Experimentation with alcohol, smoking, and drugs occurs at younger ages than in the past.
2. The newest statistics report decreasing sexual activity and fewer sex partners.
3. Gang activity has decreased in recent years.
4. Teen pregnancy rates are rising steadily.

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ANS: 1

Experimentation with alcohol, smoking and drugs occurs at younger ages than in the past and juveniles commit one fourth of violent crimes.