Author Question: From birth to 1 year of age, the infant is in which of the following stages, according to Freudian ... (Read 53 times)

ENagel · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

From birth to 1 year of age, the infant is in which of the following stages, according to Freudian theory?

a. oral c. phallic
b. anal d. genital

Question 2

A preterm infant is critically ill. She is on a ventilator and is receiving TPN. The new mother wants to help with her baby's care. The nurse tells her:

a. You cannot touch your baby until she is off the ventilator
b. You can change your baby's diaper and bathe her
c. You cannot touch your baby because of the risk of infection
d. You can talk to your baby while she is awake

mistyjohnson · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A

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A Correct. From birth to 1 year of age, the infant is in the oral stage, according to Freudian theory.
B Incorrect. The anal stage is ages 1-3 years of age, according to Freudian theory.
C Incorrect. The phallic stage is ages 3-6 years of age, according to Freudian theory.
D Incorrect. The genital stage is the last stage, begins about 12 years of age, according to Freudian theory.

Answer to Question 2

B
Both the baby and the mother need the opportunity for physical contact. Although talking to the baby would offer some comfort, babies need to be touched as well. The mother also needs to participate in the care of the baby.