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Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 9 : Growth and Development Throughout the Lifespan Questions
Question 1 of 5
Choose the correct answer(s). In some questions, more than one answer is correct. Select all that apply. Object permanence refers to the concept that
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Object permanence, developed in Piaget's sensorimotor stage, is the understanding that objects continue to exist even when out of sight.
Question 2 of 5
Choose the correct answer(s). In some questions, more than one answer is correct. Select all that apply. A preschooler who sees his or her parent dressed as Frankenstein will most likely
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In Piaget's preoperational stage, preschoolers struggle with distinguishing appearance from reality, so a parent in a scary costume is likely to frighten them.
Question 3 of 5
Choose the correct answer(s). In some questions, more than one answer is correct. Select all that apply. Question 52 is based on which of the following theories about child development?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The scenario in question 52 reflects Piaget's preoperational stage, where children have difficulty separating appearance from reality.
Question 4 of 5
Choose the correct answer(s). In some questions, more than one answer is correct. Select all that apply. Which of the following are characteristics of a 10- to 12-year-old child?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: In Erikson's industry vs. inferiority stage and Piaget's concrete operational stage, 10- to 12-year-olds develop concern for others and social skills/self-esteem through peer interactions and school activities.
Question 5 of 5
Choose the correct answer(s). In some questions, more than one answer is correct. Select all that apply. Puberty is defined as
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Puberty involves physical changes like secondary sexual characteristics (e.g., breast development, facial hair) and growth spurts, typically occurring in early adolescence.