A client says, "I never know the answers" or "My opinion doesn't count for much.". The nurse can
correctly assess that, according to Erikson, the client has had difficulty resolving the crisis of
a. initiative versus guilt.
b. trust versus mistrust.
c. autonomy versus shame and doubt.
d. generativity versus self-absorption.
ANS: C
These statements show severe self-doubt, indicating that the crisis of gaining control over the
environment was not successfully met. Option A: Unsuccessful resolution of the crisis of initiative
versus guilt would result in feelings of guilt. Option B: Unsuccessful resolution of the crisis of trust
versus mistrust results in poor interpersonal relationships and suspicion of others. Option D:
Unsuccessful resolution of the crisis of generativity versus self-absorption results in self-absorption
that limits the ability to grow as a person.
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