Just under 800 pages, approximately 72 numbered objectives, many of
which have multiple subjects listed, 25 chapters, 4 days before exam, 25
items on Mrs. Barbara Miller's study guide, assignments due, lives to
live, and probably jobs to work in addition to everything else that's
required and what's happening or is about to, and I can't seem to clear
my crystal ball enough to see "where Mrs. Gill was going"...but anyway,
I'll propose an answer to #1 on Mrs. Barbara Miller's study guide in
hopes that it may still be applicable (after Mrs. Michele prepares her
study guide).
1. What is stranger anxiety?
And I attempt to quote: (page 87, Chapter 5, Maternal/Child Nursing, Third Edition, Emily Sloan McKinney, et. al.)
"Another important aspect of psychosocial development is stranger anxiety. By 6 to 7 months, expanding cognitive capacities and strong feelings of attachment enable infants to differentiate between caregivers and strangers and to be wary of the latter. Infants display an obvious preference for parents over other caregivers and other unfamiliar people. Anxiety, demonstrated by crying, clinging, and turning away from the stranger, is manifested when separation occurs. This behavior peaks at approximately 7 to 9 months and again during toddlerhood, when separation may be difficult (see chapter 6).
Although stressful for parents, stranger anxiety is a normal sign of healthy attachment and occurs because of cognitive development (object permanence). Nurses can reassure parents that, although their infants seem distressed, leaving the infants for short periods does no harm. Separations should be accomplished swiftly, yet with care, love, and emphasis on the parent's return. "
1. What is stranger anxiety?
And I attempt to quote: (page 87, Chapter 5, Maternal/Child Nursing, Third Edition, Emily Sloan McKinney, et. al.)
"Another important aspect of psychosocial development is stranger anxiety. By 6 to 7 months, expanding cognitive capacities and strong feelings of attachment enable infants to differentiate between caregivers and strangers and to be wary of the latter. Infants display an obvious preference for parents over other caregivers and other unfamiliar people. Anxiety, demonstrated by crying, clinging, and turning away from the stranger, is manifested when separation occurs. This behavior peaks at approximately 7 to 9 months and again during toddlerhood, when separation may be difficult (see chapter 6).
Although stressful for parents, stranger anxiety is a normal sign of healthy attachment and occurs because of cognitive development (object permanence). Nurses can reassure parents that, although their infants seem distressed, leaving the infants for short periods does no harm. Separations should be accomplished swiftly, yet with care, love, and emphasis on the parent's return. "
Thanks for sharing. Hang in there. The best is ahead. Mom and Dad
ReplyDeleteThanks, I can only hope so! LOVE, EMS
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