The Nurse Is Aware That According to Piaget's Theory, the Child's

question 44

Multiple Choice

The nurse is aware that according to Piaget's theory, the child's cognitive development is:

• A) present at birth as a genetic imprint that will begin to unfold in the first year, independent of the child's environment.
• B) a series of psychosocial tasks to be accomplished at various stages throughout life, such as developing a sense of identity in adolescence.
• C) the physical increase in size that occurs in the brain of the child, with most of the growth completed by the age of adolescence.
• D) occurring in stages, which allows a child to organize knowledge and adapt to the environment in increasingly complex ways.

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Definitions:

Compression Stocking

A specialized hosiery designed to improve blood circulation and prevent the occurrence of, or guard against further progression of, venous disorders.

Pneumatic Compression

A therapy technique involving air-filled devices that wrap around limbs to enhance blood flow and reduce swelling.

Range Of Motion

The full movement potential of a joint, usually measured in degrees of a circle, crucial for assessing and improving joint function.

Proximal Portion

The part of a limb or structure that is closer to the torso of the body.