There are two essay questions to be answered. Students are to answer one of the two questions below, a) or b). This answer is to include a brief example relevant to theory from your in-class...

There are two essay questions to be answered.  Students are to answer one of the two questions below, a) or b).  This answer is to include a brief example relevant to theory from your in-class reflections or discussions to highlight an aspect of the discussion.  All students must also answer question c):



a)    Do early life experiences impact the person across their lifespan?

OR
b)    Do social and environmental variables affect cognitive development?



Students are required to answer a second question:
c)    In what ways is an understanding of developmental psychology important to nursing practice?  Consider clinical judgement when answering this question (Tanner’s model of clinical judgement is a useful reference).


Each of your answers is to be presented in an essay style which includes reference to subject readings to support your position.  It is expected that students will compare at least two theoretical approaches when answering question a) or b). There is no requirement to reference outside of subject resources.  Your first answer should be approximately 600 words and question c) approximately 300 words – introduction 100 words.