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ATI Nur223g Pediatrics Sect 2 Final Exam Questions
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An 18-month-old toddler who has been hospitalized for 10 days. After the toddler's mother leaves the room, the toddler is sitting quietly in the corner of the crib, sucking her thumb, and turns away from the nurse.
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A nurse is caring for an 18-month-old toddler who has been hospitalized for 10 days. After the toddler's mother leaves the room, the nurse observes the toddler sitting quietly in the corner of the crib, sucking her thumb. When the nurse approaches the crib, the toddler turns away from the nurse. The nurse should understand that these behaviors indicate which of the following developmental reactions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Regression. Regression is a defense mechanism in which a person reverts to an earlier stage of development in response to stress or anxiety. In this scenario, the toddler's behavior of sucking her thumb and turning away from the nurse after her mother leaves indicates a form of regression due to the stress of hospitalization and separation from her mother. The toddler is seeking comfort and security by engaging in behaviors characteristic of an earlier developmental stage.
Choice A (Developing autonomy) is incorrect because the behavior described does not reflect the toddler asserting independence or control.
Choice B (An anxiety reaction) is incorrect because while anxiety may be present, the behavior is more specifically indicative of regression.
Choice C (Resentment toward the mother) is incorrect as there is no evidence to suggest resentment in the scenario.
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