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ETearle

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The major focus of the developmental theory of family is:
 
  a. systems within which the family operates
  b. predictable stages with specific issues and tasks
  c. assessment of growth in holistic measures
  d. relationships among individual members

Question 2

A 3-year-old child is admitted to the pediatric unit. When planning the care for this child, the nurse remembers which of the following characteristics of a child this age:
 
  a. A 3-year-old is less fearful than an infant
  b. A 3-year-old is not afraid of crossing the street
  c. A 3-year-old is afraid of bodily harm
  d. A 3-year-old can play cooperatively for long periods of time


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

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A The developmental theory perceives the family as social groups, not systems.
B Correct. Developmental or life-cycle theory suggests that family life cycle has two stages: expansion and contraction. Further, families evolve through predictable development stages, and experience growth and development in much the same way as individuals. Stages begin with marriage, followed by childbirth and child rearing. Each stage is characterized by specific issues and tasks.
C Incorrect. The developmental theory of family is more traditional and not in tune with more modernistic themes such as assessment of growth in holistic measures.
D Incorrect. The family is the focus and not the relationships among individual members.

Answer to Question 2

C
A 3-year-old has more worries than an infant. A child this age plays cooperatively for a short period of time. Three-year-olds understand that a car can injure them, which makes them fearful of crossing streets. The fear of bodily harm is very strong in children of this age.


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