You will be exploring actual and potential health problems in the childhood years using a functional health assessment and Erickson's Stages of Child Development. To complete this assignment, do the following:
1. Using the textbook, complete the "Children's Functional Health Pattern Assessment." Follow the instructions in the resource for completing the assignment.
2. Cite and reference any outside sources used in your answers. Include in your assessment a thorough discussion of Erickson''s Stages of Child Development as it pertains to the development age of the child.
While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
1) Compare and contrast identified similarities as well as differences in expected assessment across the childhood age groups.
2) Summarize how a nurse would handle physical assessments, examinations, education, and communication differently with children versus adults. Consider spirituality and cultural differences in your answer.