Psychosocial Assessment

Psychosocial Assessment ( 8 Questions)

Question 1 :
A nurse is assessing the psychosocial development of a 5-year-old child. Which behavior would be considered a normal developmental milestone for this age?


Correct Answer: A

A. Correct. Engaging in parallel play (playing alongside other children without direct interaction) is typical for a 5-year-old child. Cooperative play (playing together with interaction) tends to develop more around 3-4 years of age.

B. Incorrect. Engaging in cooperative play is a more advanced social skill and may not be as common at this age.

C. Incorrect. Demonstrating stranger anxiety is more commonly seen in younger children, particularly toddlers.

D. Incorrect. Initiating complex games with peers is typically seen in older children.


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