Preschooler Growth Developmental Milestones Questions And Answers NCLEX Exam 2022

1. Your patient is 4-years-old. According to Erickson’s Stages of Psychosocial Development the child should develop ____________ by the end of their developmental stage. A. trust B. purpose C. autonomy D. competence The answer is B: purpose. Ages 3-5 years include preschoolers, and according to Erickson’s Stages of Psychosocial Development the child is in the Initiative vs. Guilt stage. The child is learning how to venture out and be independent. If they are able to do this (not discouraged or restraint) the child will develop a sense of purpose and be able to go to the next stage, which is Industry vs. Inferiority. 2. When considering Erickson’s Stages of Psychosocial Development for a 3-year-old which action below would potentially hinder a child’s development? A. Giving the child freedom to try new things B. Offering options of play that are imaginary C. Accepting reasonable choices made by the child D. Making choices and decisions for the child The answer is D. Children at this age need to be given opportunities to try new things and make their own choices. If not given opportunities to try new things or make choices on their own, the child will develop guilt and struggle with trying new things and being independent. In turn, the child will have trouble developing a sense of purpose. Therefore, the parent should avoid trying to control or make choices or decisions for the child.