A Nurse Is Assessing a Preschool-Age Child and Notes the Child

question 10

Multiple Choice

A nurse is assessing a preschool-age child and notes the child exhibits magical thinking. According to Piaget, which describes magical thinking?

• A) Events have cause and effect.
• B) God is like an imaginary friend.
• C) Thoughts are all-powerful.
• D) If the skin is broken, the child's insides will come out.

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Definitions:

Legislative Power

The authority given to a legislative body to make, amend, or repeal laws.

Federal Courts

Specialized courts in the United States with the power to try cases related to federal law and constitutional issues.

Taxing Power

The authority granted to governmental bodies to impose taxes on individuals, corporations, and other entities within their jurisdiction.

Regulatory Device

Tools or mechanisms used by governmental bodies to control or influence the behavior of individuals, businesses, or other entities in order to enforce laws and regulations.