A Nurse Is Using Jean Piaget's Developmental Theory to Focus

question 4

Multiple Choice

A nurse is using Jean Piaget's developmental theory to focus on cognitive development. Which area will the nurse assess in this patient?

• A) Latency
• B) Formal operations
• C) Intimacy versus isolation
• D) The postconventional level

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Definitions:

Humanistic Theory

Humanistic theory is a psychological perspective that emphasizes the study of the whole person, looking at human behavior not only through the eyes of the observer but also through the eyes of the individual experiencing it.

Identifying Traits

The process of recognizing and categorizing specific characteristics or qualities that distinguish an individual or thing.

Individualism

A theory centered around the concept of maximizing individual liberty while minimizing control by state or collective entities.

Trait Perspective

A psychological viewpoint that focuses on the identification and measurement of specific, consistent characteristics individuals possess.