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NguyenJ · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A nursing instructor is teaching about self-concept. Which student statement indicates a need for further instruction?

A. Self-concept is the thinking component of the self.
B. Self-concept is a system of learned beliefs about self.
C. Self-concept is the degree of regard that individuals have for themselves.
D. Self-concept is the attitudes and opinions held true about personal existence.

Question 2

On the basis of Erikson's theory, how should a nurse encourage a 40-year-old client to improve his or her self-esteem?

A. Encourage the client to review life goals and accomplishments.
B. Encourage the client to volunteer at a school, reading to underprivileged children.
C. Encourage the client to form lasting intimate relationships.
D. Encourage the client to seek recognition for task achievement.

Beatricemm · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Self-esteem, not self-concept, is the degree of regard that individuals have for themselves. This student statement indicates a need for further teaching.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Making meaningful contributions to others is a way to meet the developmental task of the generativity versus stagnation (30 to 65 years) stage of Erikson's developmental theory. This action would promote a 40-year-old client's self-esteem.