An inability to achieve the physical and psychosocial skills for a particular developmental stage results in
a. possible delays or incomplete mastery of subsequent developmental skills.
b. the inability to progress to the next developmental stage.
c. chronic physical and psychological illnesses.
d. lowered life expectancy.
A
If prior developmental tasks have been insufficiently achieved or appropriate environments in which the tasks can be achieved are not available, mastery of subsequent developmental skills may not occur, may be delayed, or may occur in a defective way, thereby decreasing the individual's capacity to successfully adapt to the environment during her life span. A key nursing role in assessment is to help identify areas of deficiency and then develop a plan of care designed to address the patient's needs.
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