NCLEX Practice Question: Quiz No 401 with Rationale

Your duty is in pediatric unit of a hospital and you are on caring of a 6 year old boy, who is hospitalized with problem of "cystic fibrosis and respiratory compromise". Now, which developmental task is the challenge for this boy at his age?
To cough, deep breathe and improve respiratory status
To establish industry and self confidence
To develop autonomy and self control
To develop initiative and a sense of purpose
Correct Response is D
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Rationale of Above Answer :-

Erik Erikson, a developmental psychologist, says that, the preschool child is challenged with initiative, the development of confidence and a sense of purpose. The other age groups along the life span and their developmental tasks are listed below:
Infant: Trust
Toddler: Autonomy, self control & will power
School Age Child:- Industry, self-confidence & competency
Adolescent: Identity formation & a sense of self
Young Adult: Intimacy, Love and affection
Middle Aged Adult: Generativity, productivity and concern about others
Older Adults: Ego integrity, wisdom and satisfaction with life