A 10-year-old child who has been hospitalized frequently and for long periods of time has the nursing diagnosis of delayed growth and development. Which action by the child would demonstrate that outcomes for this diagnosis have been met?
A.
Able to play harmoniously with peers
B.
Does own homework independently
C.
Seeks out parental approval for activities
D.
Selects age-appropriate games and toys
ANS: B
A 10-year-old child is in the Erikson stage of industry versus inferiority. Mastery of tasks leads to self-confidence. Industry is apparent when the child feels capable of doing homework or other assigned tasks independently. This shows resolution of the nursing diagnosis, as appropriate developmental tasks have been accomplished. The other actions do not show resolution of this task.
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