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B · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is utilizing Kohlberg's theory to assess the moral development of several school-age children. According to this theorist, the nurse should recognize this age group is mainly concerned with which step in moral development?

A) A feeling of justice
B) Belief in due process
C) Fear of punishment
D) Wanting the approval of others

Question 2

The nurse is evaluating the following goal: Client will select low-fat foods from a list by the end of the month. The client, who has different beliefs about food, has not been able to achieve this goal. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?

A) Extend the time frame and give the client a longer period to achieve the goal.
B) Select a different goal.
C) Make sure that the client understands the importance of the goal.
D) Modify the plan of care to be consistent with the client's beliefs regarding food.

lin77x · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Kohlberg believes that school-age through adult moral development begins with wanting the approval of others in stage 1 of the conventional level. Fear of punishment is characteristic of the toddler through age 7. Feeling of justice and belief in due process are experienced in post-conventional development, at stage 5.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D

If the outcomes are not achieved for a client from a different culture, the nurse should be especially careful to consider whether the client's belief system has been adequately included as an influencing factor and modify the plan of care to be consistent with the client's belief regarding food. Extending the time frame, selecting a different goal, or checking how the client understands the importance of the goal may not be as helpful as looking at the cultural practices-including dietary ones-of the client.