Author Question: The parents of an 8-year-old tell the nurse the child wakes the household crying out during his ... (Read 266 times)

nummyann · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

The parents of an 8-year-old tell the nurse the child wakes the household crying out during his frequent nightmares. What is the nurse's most helpful response to explain nightmares?

a. They are a normal extension of the child's fear of mutilation.
b. They are an abnormal response to repressed feelings.
c. They are a common result of latent sexuality.
d. They are a side effect of overactivity and stimulation.

Question 2

The nurse is advising parents of a 10-year-old boy about the most developmentally supportive experiences for their son. What is the best experience for this child according to Erikson's theory?

a. Constant variety of activities
b. Successful performance in Little League
c. Feeling healthy and strong
d. Having a girlfriend

Perkypinki · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The nightmares experienced by an 8-year-old are an extension of their characteristic fear of mutilation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The child who is successful in activities will feel positively about himself or herself.