The nurse is discussing toddler development with the mother of a 2 1/2-year-old child. Which statement by the mother indicates she has an understanding of the toddler's developmental task?
a. "I always help my daughter complete tasks to help her achieve a sense of accomplishment.".
b. "I provide many opportunities for my daughter to play with other children her age.".
c. "I consistently stress the difference between right and wrong to my daughter.".
d. "I encourage my daughter to do things for herself when she can.".
D
The toddler's developmental task is to achieve autonomy. Encouraging toddlers to do things for themselves assists with this developmental task. Toddlers participate in parallel play. They play next to rather than with age mates. Excessive stress on the differences between right and wrong can stifle autonomy in the toddler and foster shame and doubt.
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