Which activity should the nurse implement for the toddler hospitalized with a chronic illness to promote autonomy?

a. Playing with a push-pull toy.
b. Putting a puzzle together.
c. Playing a simple card game.
d. Watching cartoons on TV.


A
Chronic illness may interfere in the development of autonomy, which is the major psychosocial task of the toddler. The developmentally appropriate activity for the hospitalized toddler is to play with a push-pull toy. Putting a puzzle together and playing a simple card game could frustrate the toddler and are appropriate for a preschool or school-age child. Watching cartoons on TV is passive and will not promote autonomy.

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