The nurse is caring for a school-aged child on the medical-surgical unit.
Which activity would best support industry instead of inferiority?
The nurse is caring for a school-aged child on the medical-surgical unit.
Which activity would best support industry instead of inferiority?
A. Having the child keep track of their intake and output for the shift.
[26%]
B. Allowing the child to select their outfit for the day.
[33%]
C. Allowing the child access to their cell phone to send text messages to friends.
[7%]
D. Encouraging the child to socialize with another school-aged child on the unit.
[34%]
Statistics
Subject/Lesson
Subject
Child Health
Lesson
Growth & Development
Client Need
Test Plan
Health Promotion and Maintenance
Related Topic
Development Stages and Transitions
Item Type
Item Type
Application
Explanation
Choice A is correct. Industry is developed when children are encouraged to take initiative, complete tasks, and feel accomplished. By engaging in meaningful participation in their care, the child builds self-confidence and a sense of competence, directly supporting the developmental goal of industry.
Choice B is incorrect. This supports decision-making and a sense of autonomy, which is essential, but more appropriate for toddlers/preschoolers in the Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt stage.
Choice C is incorrect. Encourages peer connection and may help with emotional support, but it doesn’t involve productivity, skill-building, or goal completion. Socialization is important, but doesn’t fulfill the child’s need to demonstrate competence through purposeful work.
Choice D is incorrect. This supports peer relationships and belonging, which are healthy, but again, not the task- or productivity-focused behaviors that cultivate industry. It could help the child feel less isolated but does not give them a sense of achievement or mastery over something concrete.
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2 Key Topics
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Additional Info
✓ Erikson's industry vs. inferiority crisis focuses on the child building a sense of industry through accomplishment and praise.
✓ The most significant source of accomplishment and praise comes through school. Having the parents provide consistent feedback is a recommendation to assist the child in meeting this crisis.
✓ Success leads to the virtue of competence, while failure results in feelings of inferiority.
