When discussing the growth and development of an adult, the nurse refers to various theories and phases of development. A nurse is discussing Erikson's theory of psychological development with an older adult client
Based on this information, what is the best explanation of Erikson's theory of psychosocial development during the older adult period? A) Developmental tasks focus on reentering a serious relationship or remaining single after the death of a spouse.
B) Developmental tasks focus on the physical changes associated with aging.
C) Developmental tasks relate to career achievements and finances.
D) Developmental tasks focus on the reflection of events and decisions of a person's life.
D
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The psychosocial challenge for this developmental stage is ego integrity versus despair. Older adults can reflect on the events and decisions of their lives. Individuals achieve ego integrity when they sense that their lives have meaning and have been worthwhile despite possible physical changes. They are comfortable with past resolutions and do not regret past decisions. Developmental tasks related to career and finances occur during middle age. If older adults do not meet the physical challenges of aging, they are likely to feel that life is too short. Regrets and feelings of failure may envelop them. Individuals may have feelings of despair if they cannot accept that death is part of the normal life cycle. Serious relationships or remaining single is a major development task in early and middle adulthood.
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