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Choose the correct answer(s). In some questions, more than one answer is correct. Select all that apply. The nursery nurse is instructing a new mother about the psychosocial development of the newborn. Utilizing Erikson's psychosocial development theory, what would the nurse instruct the mother to do?
- A. Wait for the newborn to signal a care need
- B. Ignore the newborn during the first 5 minutes of crying
- C. Anticipate the newborn needs at all times
- D. Attend to the newborn immediately when crying
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Erikson's trust vs. mistrust stage (birth to 18 months) emphasizes that consistent, responsive care helps newborns develop trust. Attending immediately to crying fosters this trust.
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Match the stage, according to Erikson, to the appropriate age range. Develop sense of social skills and self-esteem
- A. Recognize accomplishments and provide emotional support
- B. Keep realistic expectations for behavior and recognize accomplishments
- C. Review accomplishments made by the person
- D. Increase independence; provide praise and encouragement
- E. Avoid criticizing relationships; teach how to establish realistic goals
- F. Provide consistent affectionate care
- G. Encourage creativity, answer questions; do not threaten or label behavior as 'bad'
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Recognizing accomplishments supports industry vs. inferiority, fostering social skills and self-esteem.
Choose the correct answer(s). In some questions, more than one answer is correct. Select all that apply. People may not achieve all the stages of moral development and Fowler's stages of spiritual development may be biased to Western cultures. What is important to take away from the information in your textbook about moral and spiritual development?
- A. Development along these lines is erratic.
- B. Moral and spiritual development may be influenced by many factors.
- C. All people have moral and spiritual aspects to their personalities.
- D. It is best to assume that people are morally and spiritually developed.
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Moral and spiritual development are influenced by various factors (e.g., culture, environment) and are universal aspects of personality, but progression is not guaranteed or uniform.
Indicate whether the following statements are True (T) or False (F)." Older adults experience a decline in long-term memory as a result of the normal aging process.
- A. TRUE
- B. FALSE
Correct Answer: F
Rationale: False, Long-term memory is generally preserved in normal aging; short-term memory and processing speed are more affected.
Choose the correct answer(s). In some questions, more than one answer is correct. Select all that apply. One of the most important health-care interventions for toddlers is
- A. Preventing diabetes.
- B. Preventing accidents.
- C. Establishing good bowel habits.
- D. Establishing good hygiene habits.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Toddlers (autonomy vs. shame/doubt stage) are mobile and curious, making accident prevention (e.g., childproofing) critical for their safety.
Choose the correct answer(s). In some questions, more than one answer is correct. Select all that apply. A baby boy is born into a family of five (three siblings and two parents). The family qualifies for food stamps and medical assistance. He has an atrial-septal defect that will be repaired when he is older. His parents are in their late 30s and are very loving and supportive; they do not speak English very well. What factor will have the most influence on the baby's development?
- A. His heart defect
- B. His loving, supportive environment
- C. His family's lack of extra income
- D. His parents' inability to speak English fluently
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A loving, supportive environment is critical for psychosocial development (e.g., Erikson's trust vs. mistrust stage) and has the most significant positive impact on the baby's development.