NURSING DIAGNOSIS: Body Image, disturbed May be related to Biophysical: presence of stoma; loss of control of bowel elimination Psychosocial: altered body structure Disease process and associated treatment regimen, e.g., cancer, colitis Possibly evidenced by Verbalization of change in body image, fear of rejection/reaction of others, and negative feelings about body Actual change in structure and/or function (ostomy) Not touching/looking ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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. ...
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Distorted views of one’s body weight and shape for age
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Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder that causes people to obsess about their weight and the food they eat. People with anorexia nervosa attempt to maintain a weight that's far below normal for their age and height. To prevent weight gain or to continue losing weight, people with anorexia nervosa may starve themselves or exercise excessively.
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Dermatitis is a general term that describes an inflammation of the skin. Read 4 Dermatitis Nursing Care Plan (NCP).
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Mastectomy is the surgical removal of the breast which is usually a surgical management for patients with breast cancer. This is done to prevent the metastasize of the cancer cells. Here are 14 Mastectomy Nursing Care Plans
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