The Home Health Nurse Is Visiting a Family at Home

Multiple Choice

The home health nurse is visiting a family at home when the toddler has an "accident" and has a bowel movement in his diaper. The mother becomes angry with the child and calls him a baby for messing himself. The nurse considers Erikson's theory and recognizes that the mother's behavior may have an effect on the child's:

A) Cognitive development.
B) Sense of independence.
C) Conscience.
D) Development of superego.