A 1-month-old infant is left alone for extended periods, has little physical stimulation, and is malnourished
Based on this infant's history, in which phase of development according to Mahler's theory should a nurse expect to see a potential deficit? A. The symbiotic phase
B. The autistic phase
C. The consolidation phase
D. The rapprochement phase
B
The nurse should expect that a 1-month-old infant who is left alone, has little physical stimulation, and is malnourished would not meet the autistic phase of development. The autistic phase of development usually occurs from birth to 1 month, at which time the infant's focus is on basic needs and comfort.
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