Family Dynamics and Stressors
What is the basic unit of society?
The family!
During which of Piaget's stages does object permanence develop?
Sensorimotor stage
Which Erikson stage occurs during infancy?
Trust vs mistrust
At what age does rapid brain growth and motor coordination occur?
Infancy 1-12 months
What is ageism?
Prejudice against older adults.
Which family type includes grandparents raising grandchildren?
Grandfamilies.
A child who uses symbolic play is in which stage?
Pre-operational thought.
A toddler learning to dress independently is in which stage?
Autonomy vs shame and doubt.
Which developmental milestone typically occurs during the toddler years?
Toilet training.
What are some normal physiological changes that are expected in older adults?
Slower reaction times, decreased skin elasticity, loss of thirst mechanism.
A family pattern where one parent makes all decisions is called what?
Autocratic
Concrete operational thought allows a child to:
Think logically, understand cause and effect.
During adolescence, the key developmental task is?
Identity vs role confusion
What is a major developmental focus for school age children?
Which theory of aging suggests cells are programmed for a specific number of divisions?
Biologic theory of aging
Which life events are most likely to cause family stress?
Divorce, death, chronic illness.
Which stage involves abstract reasoning and moral development?
Formal operational thought.
Which stage focuses on building close relationships with others?
Intimacy vs isolation
What are adolescents trying to do when separating themselves from their parents?
Gain a sense of their own identity.
How can older adults maintain cognitive function?
Engage in regular mental and social activities.
Which family pattern encourages all members to participate in decisions?
Democratic
What is the nurse's role when teaching a preschooler using Piaget's theory?
Use simple explanations and visual aids.
An older adult reflecting on life accomplishments demonstrates which stage?
Ego vs integrity despair
What physical changes typically occur in middle adulthood?
Slowed metabolism and weight gain.
What is the nurse's priority in promoting health for older adults?
Encourage physical activity, good nutrition, routine screenings.