Concepts for Nursing Practice Elsevier
eBook on VitalSource, 4th Edition
by Jean Foret Giddens, PhD, RN, FAAN,
ANEF
Elsevier
TEST BANK
Concept: Development
Source: Concepts for Nursing Practice
1. A nurse is reviewing the concept of Development as
presented in the text. Which statement best reflects the
definition of development?
A. Development occurs only during childhood and
adolescence.
, B. Development is a linear progression without regression.
C. Development is a dynamic, continuous process
influenced by multiple factors across the lifespan.
D. Development is primarily determined by genetic
inheritance.
Correct Answer: C
Concept-Based Rationale: Development is described as a
lifelong, dynamic process influenced by genetic, environmental,
sociocultural, and experiential factors. It is not limited to early
life nor strictly linear.
Text Citation: Giddens, Concepts for Nursing Practice, 4th ed.,
Development concept chapter.
Concept: Development
Exemplar: Lifespan Overview
Cognitive Level: Analyze
Clinical Judgment Domain: Analyzing Cues
Difficulty Estimate: Easy
Primary Attribute Tested: Lifespan Continuity
2. The nurse recognizes that development is influenced by
which combination of factors according to the concept
framework?
A. Biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors
B. Acute illness and hospitalization
, C. Peer influence and academic achievement
D. Nutrition and exercise only
Correct Answer: A
Concept-Based Rationale: The Development concept identifies
biological, psychological, and sociocultural influences as
interacting determinants shaping developmental progression
across the lifespan.
Text Citation: Giddens, Concepts for Nursing Practice, 4th ed.,
Development concept attributes section.
Concept: Development
Exemplar: Lifespan Overview
Cognitive Level: Understand
Clinical Judgment Domain: Recognizing Cues
Difficulty Estimate: Easy
Primary Attribute Tested: Influencing Factors
3. A school-age child expresses pride after completing a
difficult school project independently. Which
developmental attribute is most supported?
A. Trust formation
B. Autonomy development
C. Industry development
D. Identity formation
Correct Answer: C
, Concept-Based Rationale: School-age children focus on
competence and productivity. Successful task completion
supports development of industry.
Text Citation: Giddens, Concepts for Nursing Practice, 4th ed.,
School-Age Development section.
Concept: Development
Exemplar: School-Age Child
Cognitive Level: Apply
Clinical Judgment Domain: Recognizing Cues
Difficulty Estimate: Moderate
Primary Attribute Tested: Psychosocial Development
4. A hospitalized toddler insists on feeding independently
despite spilling food. Which nursing response best
supports development?
A. Feed the toddler to reduce mess.
B. Allow independent feeding with supervision.
C. Delay feeding until the toddler cooperates.
D. Provide only finger foods to prevent spills.
Correct Answer: B
Concept-Based Rationale: Toddlers strive for autonomy.
Supporting safe independence fosters healthy development.
Text Citation: Giddens, Concepts for Nursing Practice, 4th ed.,
Toddler Development section.
eBook on VitalSource, 4th Edition
by Jean Foret Giddens, PhD, RN, FAAN,
ANEF
Elsevier
TEST BANK
Concept: Development
Source: Concepts for Nursing Practice
1. A nurse is reviewing the concept of Development as
presented in the text. Which statement best reflects the
definition of development?
A. Development occurs only during childhood and
adolescence.
, B. Development is a linear progression without regression.
C. Development is a dynamic, continuous process
influenced by multiple factors across the lifespan.
D. Development is primarily determined by genetic
inheritance.
Correct Answer: C
Concept-Based Rationale: Development is described as a
lifelong, dynamic process influenced by genetic, environmental,
sociocultural, and experiential factors. It is not limited to early
life nor strictly linear.
Text Citation: Giddens, Concepts for Nursing Practice, 4th ed.,
Development concept chapter.
Concept: Development
Exemplar: Lifespan Overview
Cognitive Level: Analyze
Clinical Judgment Domain: Analyzing Cues
Difficulty Estimate: Easy
Primary Attribute Tested: Lifespan Continuity
2. The nurse recognizes that development is influenced by
which combination of factors according to the concept
framework?
A. Biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors
B. Acute illness and hospitalization
, C. Peer influence and academic achievement
D. Nutrition and exercise only
Correct Answer: A
Concept-Based Rationale: The Development concept identifies
biological, psychological, and sociocultural influences as
interacting determinants shaping developmental progression
across the lifespan.
Text Citation: Giddens, Concepts for Nursing Practice, 4th ed.,
Development concept attributes section.
Concept: Development
Exemplar: Lifespan Overview
Cognitive Level: Understand
Clinical Judgment Domain: Recognizing Cues
Difficulty Estimate: Easy
Primary Attribute Tested: Influencing Factors
3. A school-age child expresses pride after completing a
difficult school project independently. Which
developmental attribute is most supported?
A. Trust formation
B. Autonomy development
C. Industry development
D. Identity formation
Correct Answer: C
, Concept-Based Rationale: School-age children focus on
competence and productivity. Successful task completion
supports development of industry.
Text Citation: Giddens, Concepts for Nursing Practice, 4th ed.,
School-Age Development section.
Concept: Development
Exemplar: School-Age Child
Cognitive Level: Apply
Clinical Judgment Domain: Recognizing Cues
Difficulty Estimate: Moderate
Primary Attribute Tested: Psychosocial Development
4. A hospitalized toddler insists on feeding independently
despite spilling food. Which nursing response best
supports development?
A. Feed the toddler to reduce mess.
B. Allow independent feeding with supervision.
C. Delay feeding until the toddler cooperates.
D. Provide only finger foods to prevent spills.
Correct Answer: B
Concept-Based Rationale: Toddlers strive for autonomy.
Supporting safe independence fosters healthy development.
Text Citation: Giddens, Concepts for Nursing Practice, 4th ed.,
Toddler Development section.
