Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
A client with depression and suicidal ideation voices feelings of self-doubt and powerlessness and is very dependent on the nurse for most aspects of her care. According to Erikson's stages of growth and development, the nurse determines the client to be manifesting problems in which of the following stages?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Self-doubt and dependence reflect struggles with autonomy versus shame/doubt.