As Parents of a Premature Infant, Fai and Xiao-Hong Were

question 31

Multiple Choice

As parents of a premature infant, Fai and Xiao-hong were disappointed they couldn't take their daughter home with them. When visiting the hospital, Fai held his daughter closely, humming gently to her, and massaging her tiny body. What is the likely outcome for this infant?

• A) She will be more resilient than if she had been kept in an incubator.
• B) She will gain weight more rapidly but is likely to have learning disabilities.
• C) She will have better motor control, but her visual system will develop more slowly.
• D) She will bond more strongly with her father than her mother.

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Definitions:

Displacement

In psychology, a defense mechanism involving the transfer of an emotional response from the original stimulus to a substitute target.

Compensation

Involves all forms of financial returns and tangible services and benefits employees receive as part of an employment relationship.

Defense Mechanisms

Psychological strategies used unconsciously by individuals to protect themselves from anxiety and the perception of internal or external stresses.

Anxiety

A mental health condition characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.