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mckennatimberlake

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A female patient, prominent in the local media, has had surgery for a colostomy. The patient avoids looking at the colostomy and refuses visitors. Identify the most appropriate nursing diagnosis.
 
  A) Altered self-esteem related to colostomy and poor self-image
  B) Disturbed body image related to colostomy as evidenced by avoidance of colostomy
  C) Fear of rejection by others related to colostomy and altered self-image
  D) Altered role performance related to inability to cope with visitors

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Which patient is at greatest risk of developing a damaged self-concept during a period of increased stress?
 
  A) A single mother with a supportive family
  B) A married female with a large network of friends
  C) An elderly female who is newly widowed
  D) A teenager who is active in his church


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itsakadoozi

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: B

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C


mckennatimberlake

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Excellent

peter

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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