A young adult reports overwhelming guilt about minor social errors, feels self-pity, and says, "I stay on the sidelines of life so I can avoid the embarrassment of being noticed." The nurse can assess deficits in mastery of critical tasks associated with which developmental stage?

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This scenario suggests deficits in mastery of critical tasks associated with the industry versus inferiority stage (ages 6-12). The young adult expressing overwhelming guilt about minor social errors indicates low self-esteem and a lack of confidence in their abilities to successfully complete tasks. The statement about staying on the sidelines to avoid embarrassment suggests a lack of initiative and a fear of failure, which are factors associated with the industry versus inferiority stage.

A Young Adult Reports Overwhelming Guilt About Minor Social Errors