Asked by Destiny Burks on May 31, 2024
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A Native American patient describes a difficult childhood and dropping out of high school. The patient abused alcohol as a teenager to escape feelings of isolation but stopped 10 years ago. The patient now says, "I feel stupid. I've never had a good job. I don't help my people." Which nursing diagnosis applies?
A) Risk for other-directed violence
B) Chronic low self-esteem
C) Deficient knowledge
D) Social isolation
Chronic Low Self-Esteem
A long-term negative perception of oneself, marked by persistent feelings of inadequacy and lack of self-worth.
Alcohol Abuse
The excessive or inappropriate consumption of alcohol leading to physical or mental health issues.
Social Isolation
The condition in which an individual lacks interaction or contact with other people over a significant period.
- Embed cultural elements into the evaluation of mental health symptoms and conditions.
Verified Answer
AM
Aliyyah MuhammadJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The patient has given several indications of chronic low self-esteem. Forming a positive self-image is often difficult for Native American individuals because these indigenous people must blend together both American and Native American worldviews. No defining characteristics are present for the other nursing diagnoses.
Learning Objectives
- Embed cultural elements into the evaluation of mental health symptoms and conditions.
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