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What technique should the nurse suggest to the mother of an 8-year-old who does not want to complete her chores?
Reward system
Give an example of a non-verbal response to pain
Guarding
A 3 year old who was previously potty trained is hospitalized and is now needing diapers. What is this an example of?
Regression
What is a major developmental task for adolescents?
Identity
Name 1 activity that the nurse provide for a 9-year-old to encourage a sense of industry?
Homework
Which age group are the masters at delaying care?
school age
How can a parent lesson separation anxiety in the hospital?
stay with the child
When a 3 year old insists on dressing themselves- what stage are they working through?
*hint: erikson
Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
What is negativism?
"No"
Backs
According to Erikson, what stage is characterized by developing a sense safety by being picked up when crying?
Trust vs. Mistrust
According to developmental theories, which important event is essential to the development of the toddler?
Potty training
Where is the best place to examine a 2 year old?
On a caregivers lap
Name two safety hazards for toddlers
cleaning supplies
choking
drowning
What intervention should the nurse implement when a 5-year-old tells the nurse, "I need a Band-Aid" after having an injection?
apply a band-aid
A school aged child proudly shows her school work. According to Erikson- which stage is this?
Industry vs. Inferiority
What is the most important factor to consider when communicating with children?
Developmental level
What is the expected weight change for an infant by their 1st birthday?
Weight should triple by 1
What do 5 year olds understand about rules?
They are expected but don't understand reasoning
Which age group is the most egocentric?
Toddlers