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CCRN Critical Care Nursing

Category - Pediatrics

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Which of the following behavior of a preschooler indicates that the child is in the stage of initiative?
  1. the child wants to finish his game of Candyland before his dressing is changed
  2. the child cries and has a temper tantrum when he is sent to bed to go to sleep
  3. the child ignores his parents and continues to watch television with other child
  4. the child talks to his friends on the telephone and arranges for them to visit
Explanation
Answer: A - A child who wants to finish his game of Candyland before his dressing is changed is in the stage of initiative. During this stage, a child plays, works and lives to the fullest and feels a real sense of accomplishment and satisfaction in activities. Completing tasks becomes increasingly important. Temper tantrum is a characteristic behavior of a toddler.
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