Then nurse is caring for single, professional woman age 29 years, who was admitted with a severe gall bladder attack. The nurse visits with her and performs an assessment. The client is not married and fears a committed relationship because of a bad experience some years ago. The nurse knows that, according to Erikson's developmental theory, Judith is in danger of which of the following?

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According to Erikson's developmental theory, the primary crisis faced by individuals in young adulthood (ages 18-35) is intimacy vs. isolation. This stage involves forming close relationships with others, but if one fails to develop intimate relationships, they may become isolated and feel disconnected from others. Judith's fear of committed relationships puts her at risk of isolation.

Then Nurse Is Caring for Single, Professional Woman Age 29