NURSING DIAGNOSIS: Body image, disturbed/Self-Esteem, chronic low May be related to Morbid fear of obesity; perceived loss of control in some aspect of life Personal vulnerability; unmet dependency needs Dysfunctional family system Continual negative evaluation of self Possibly evidenced by Distorted body image (views self as fat even in the presence of normal body weight or severe emaciation) Expresses little [...]

NURSING DIAGNOSIS: Self-Esteem/Body Image disturbed May be related to Biophysical changes/altered physical appearance Uncertainty of prognosis, changes in role function Personal vulnerability Self-destructive behavior (alcohol-induced disease) Possibly evidenced by Verbalization of change/restriction in lifestyle Fear of rejection or reaction by others Negative feelings about body/abilities Feelings of helplessness, hopelessness, or powerlessness Desired Outcomes Verbalize understanding of changes and acceptance of [...]

Nursing Diagnosis: Body Image disturbed/Role Performance, ineffective May be related to Situational crisis: traumatic event, dependent patient role; disfigurement, pain Possibly evidenced by Negative feelings about body/self, fear of rejection/reaction by others Focus on past appearance, abilities; preoccupation with change/loss Change in physical capacity to resume role; change in social involvement Desired Outcomes Incorporate changes into self-concept without negating self-esteem. [...]

Distorted views of one’s body weight and shape for age

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Disturbed Body Image is confusion in mental picture of one’s physical self. Body image is the attitude a person has about the actual or perceived structure or function of all or part of his or her body.