Self concept pg 925-931 Flashcards
What can people with a negative self concept express?
Worthlessness, Self-Hatred, Sadness, and Hopelessness
What are the four components that a nurse assesses for self-concept
personal identity
body image
role performance
self-esteem
What are some things that make up personal identity
age gender name values beliefs how much they feel unique
What is body image
their opinion of how they look physically
What is role performance
how a person in a particular role behaves compared to the behaviors expected of that role
What is self esteem
someones judgement of self worth
What are some questions you can ask for personal identity
How would you describe your characteristics
What do you like about your self
What do you do well
What are some questions to ask for body image
is there any part of your body that you would like to change
How do you feel about you appearance
What are some question to ask for role performance
Family- what is home like, tell me about your family, do you feel your fam members are proud of you
Work- do you like your work, how do you spend your free time
What are some questions to ask for self esteem
are you satisfied with your life
how do you feel about your self
are you accomplishing what you wan t
What is important to consider before diagnosing a patient
their cultural background bx what might be viewed as a sign of low-esteem here might not be a sign of it somewhere else like eye contact
What are some common nursing diagnoses
disturbed body image
ineffective role performance
chronic low self esteem
What are some other nursing daignoses related to self concept
anxiety related to changed physical appearance hopelessness powerlessness social isolation spiritual distress parental role conflict
What are some interventions for self concept
help client to identify strengths
develop a therapeutic relationship with them by encouraging them to ask questions and express their feelings
What are the four dimensions of self concept?
self knowledge- insight into ones own abilities
self expectation- what one expects of oneself
social self- how a person is perceived by other and society
social evaluation - the appraisal of oneself in relationship to others, events, or situations