A mother questions the nurse about her 5-year-old daughter,Abigail,who has begun to masturbate.How should the nurse,familiar with Freud's stages of development,respond?

A) "All children are curious,but make sure Abigail knows that this behaviour might be offensive to others."
B) "You should probably consult a child psychologist if you are this concerned."
C) "Be sure to ask your physician about this at your next appointment."
D) "This behaviour is a normal part of Abigail's development."

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Haley Russo · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  According to Freud's stages of development, children go through a stage called the phallic stage where they become aware of their genitals and may begin to explore them. Masturbation during this stage is considered a normal part of development. Therefore, the nurse should reassure the mother that Abigail's behavior is normal and that she will outgrow it as she moves on to the next stage of development. However, the nurse should also make sure the mother understands the importance of teaching Abigail about privacy and appropriate behavior in public.

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