Molly,16 months of age,is brought into a clinic by her mother for a well-child checkup.According to Erikson's stages of development,which of the following would the nurse identify as an indicator of positive resolution of the central task of this age?

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According to Erikson's stages of development, the central task of infancy (0-18 months) is to develop trust versus mistrust. Positive resolution of this stage would result in the child feeling comfortable with people around them and not displaying anxiety or fear when held by strangers or when separated from their caregivers. Therefore, Molly's not crying when the nurse holds her would indicate positive resolution of this stage. Choices B, C, and D do not indicate positive resolution of this stage.

Molly,16 Months of Age,is Brought into a Clinic by Her