According to Erikson's developmental theory, when planning care for a 47-year-old client, which developmental task should a nurse identify as appropriate for this client?
A. To develop a basic trust in others
B. To achieve a sense of self-confidence and recognition from others
C. To reflect back on life events to derive pleasure and meaning
D. To achieve established life goals and consider the welfare of future generations
ANS: D
The nurse should identify that an appropriate developmental task for a 47-year-old client would be to achieve established life goals and consider the welfare of future generations. According to Erikson, the client would be in the generativity versus stagnation stage of development.
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