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ATI Human Growth and Development Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
Which of the following actions demonstrates initiative in a preschool-age child?
- Refusing to follow any rules
- Copying answers from a peer
- Avoiding eye contact
✔✔B. Creating a pretend game
A nurse is caring for a hospitalized toddler. What behavior should the nurse expect?✔✔A. Clinging to a favorite toy
- Reading independently
- Expressing interest in group games
- Asking about college
Which of the following best supports Erikson’s trust vs. mistrust stage?✔✔A. Consistently responding to infant cries
- Limiting eye contact 1 / 2
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- Ignoring fussing during feeding
- Switching caregivers frequently
What developmental task is expected in a young adult, according to Erikson?✔✔A. Forming intimate relationships
- Developing autonomy
- Establishing industry
- Achieving integrity
Which activity is best to encourage language development in toddlers?
- Watching TV
- Playing video games
- Giving verbal directions only
✔✔B. Reading picture books aloud
What is a sign of healthy aging in older adults?✔✔A. Verbalizing life accomplishments
- Withdrawing from social contact
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