Piaget's Stages of Cognitive Development
Erikson's Stages of Psychosocial
Strategies for Delivering Developmentally Appropriate Care
Role of Play in Pediatric Nursing Care
General Pediatric Care Concepts
100

What is the first stage of Piaget's cognitive development theory called?

Sensorimotor stage

100

What is the conflict in Erikson's first stage of psychosocial development?


Trust vs. mistrust

100

What strategy is important for managing separation anxiety in hospitalized infants?


Encourage attachment and provide consistent care


100

What type of play is typical for infants, involving sensorimotor stimulation?


Solitary play with sensory stimulation like rattles and teething toys

100

What is the term for a healthcare approach that involves the family as part of the care team?


Family-centered care


200

At what age does the pre-operational stage occur according to Piaget?


 2 to 7 years

200

Which stage involves developing a sense of will and autonomy in toddlers?


Autonomy vs. shame/doubt


200

How should a nurse communicate with a toddler to encourage autonomy?


Offer choices and encourage decision-making within safe boundaries


200

How does parallel play manifest in toddlers?


Playing alongside peers without direct interaction


200

What is the primary developmental concern for children facing hospitalization?


Anxiety due to unfamiliar environments and medical procedures

300

Which cognitive milestone involves understanding that objects continue to exist even when out of sight?


Object permanence

300

What is the main psychosocial challenge during adolescence according to Erikson?


Identity vs. role confusion


300

What approach should be used to teach a school-age child about a medical procedure?


Use concrete explanations and be honest about procedures


300

What is a key characteristic of associative play in preschoolers?


Engaging in group activities with flexible rules


300

Which developmental theory emphasizes the importance of mastering tasks to avoid feelings of inferiority?


Erikson's industry vs. inferiority stage


400

What stage allows children to think logically about concrete events?


Concrete operational stage


400

In the industry vs. inferiority stage, what key virtue is developed?


Competence

400

How can nurses support the development of initiative in preschool-aged children?


Support initiative by providing opportunities for independent decision-making


400

What type of play involves organized team activities for school-age children?


Cooperative play with team sports and shared goals


400

What term describes the initial response of infants when separated from their primary caregivers?


Separation anxiety


500

Which stage marks the beginning of abstract and moral reasoning?


Formal operational stage


500

What age group is associated with the initiative vs. guilt stage?


3 to 6 years


500

Which method is essential for maintaining a sense of control for hospitalized children?


Create safe play spaces and involve children in age-appropriate activities


500

What role does medical play serve in the hospital setting?


It helps children understand medical procedures and reduces fear


500

How can play be used as a coping mechanism for hospitalized children?


It provides distraction and emotional expression


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