The nurse is working with a group of older adults at a community health centre. In planning any health program, the nurse will implement Erikson's (1963) theory of task development. The nurse realises that in this stage, the successful completion of the task allows the person to:

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According to Erikson's theory of task development, the final stage of life is characterized by the task of integrity vs. despair. Successful completion of this task allows the person to feel a sense of satisfaction from past accomplishments, while failure to complete this task can lead to feelings of despair and hopelessness. Therefore, choice D is the best answer.

The Nurse Is Working with a Group of Older Adults