ATI RN
ATI Capstone Week 11 Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
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. The toddler's behavior of sitting quietly in the corner of the crib and sucking her thumb, along with turning away from the nurse when approached, indicates regression. Regression is a defense mechanism where individuals revert to an earlier stage of development in response to stress or anxiety. In this case, the toddler's hospitalization and separation from the mother may have triggered feelings of insecurity, leading to regressing to thumb sucking as a source of comfort.
A: Resentment toward the mother is not the correct choice as the behavior is more likely a coping mechanism rather than directed at the mother.
B: An anxiety reaction could be a possibility, but the specific behaviors described align more closely with regression.
C: Developing autonomy typically involves assertiveness and independence, which are not reflected in the described behaviors.
In summary, the toddler's behavior suggests regression as a response to stress, rather than resentment, anxiety, or developing autonomy.
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