Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about relationship development. The nurse should explain that, according to Erikson, establishing relationships with commitment is a primary task of which of the following stages of psychosocial development?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: Intimacy versus isolation. During the stage of Intimacy versus isolation in Erikson's psychosocial development theory, individuals focus on forming deep, meaningful relationships and developing a sense of commitment to others. This stage typically occurs in young adulthood. By establishing relationships with commitment, individuals achieve intimacy and avoid feelings of isolation.
A: Generativity versus stagnation focuses on contributing to society and future generations.
B: Identity versus role diffusion involves developing a sense of self and a coherent identity.
D: Trust versus mistrust occurs in infancy and is about developing a sense of trust in the world.
Overall, C is the correct choice as it aligns most closely with the task of establishing relationships with commitment.
A: Generativity versus stagnation focuses on contributing to society and future generations.
B: Identity versus role diffusion involves developing a sense of self and a coherent identity.
D: Trust versus mistrust occurs in infancy and is about developing a sense of trust in the world.
Overall, C is the correct choice as it aligns most closely with the task of establishing relationships with commitment.