What represents the major stressor of hospitalization for children from middle infancy throughout the preschool years?
a. Separation anxiety c. Fear of bodily injury
b. Loss of control d. Fear of pain
ANS: A
The major stress for children from infancy through the preschool years is separation anxiety, also called anaclitic depression. This is a major stressor of hospitalization. Loss of control, fear of bodily injury, and fear of pain are all stressors associated with hospitalization. However, separation from family is a primary stressor in this age-group.
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