A nurse is planning home care for a 9-year-old child following an acute exacerbation of asthma. Which of Erikson's developmental stages should the nurse consider in the planning?

A. Autonomy vs. shame and doubt: This stage occurs between ages 1 and 3, when toddlers develop a sense of independence in basic self-care tasks. A 9-year-old has already passed this stage, making it inappropriate for care planning. B. Identity vs. role confusion: Typical of adolescence (ages 12 to 18), this stage involves forming a personal identity and sense of self. Since the child is 9 years old, they have not yet entered this stage of psychosocial development. C. Industry vs. inferiority: This stage occurs between ages 6 and 12, when children strive to gain competence and confidence through learning and task completion. Planning home care should include strategies that build the child's self-efficacy and encourage responsibility. D. Initiative vs. guilt: This stage applies to preschoolers (ages 3 to 6) who learn to initiate activities and develop a sense of purpose. A 9-year-old is already beyond this stage and requires more complex developmental support.