Which major developmental tasks will the nurse expect a child to accomplish by the end of the preschool years? (Select all that apply.)
a. Development of parallel play
b. Acceptance of separation
c. Increased communication skills
d. Consistent appetite
e. Control of bodily functions
ANS: B, C, E
The major tasks of the preschool child include preparation to enter school, development of a cooperative type of play, control of body functions, acceptance of separation, and increase in communication skills, memory, and attention span. Appetite remains inconsistent.
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