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
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.
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