In preparing the care plan for a client to reduce negative thinking and promote improved self-esteem, identify all of the appropriate short-term goals. Client will: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Wash and comb hair.
2. Eat meals and snacks to meet daily calorie requirements.
3. Sit and walk erectly.
4. Participate in activities that can be completed successfully.
5. Verbalize positive aspects of self.
1,3,4,5
Rationale: Sitting and walking erectly, washing and combing hair, and participating in activities that can be completed successfully increase feelings of self-worth. Verbalizing positive aspects of self minimizes a negative self-view. Eating enough meals and snacks to meet daily calorie requirements deals with inadequate nutrition, not negative thinking and self-esteem.
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