Which is an appropriate initial nursing intervention for a client with chronic low self-esteem?
A. Assessing the content of negative self-talk
B. Administering anxiolytic medications
C. Using reassurance and physical touch
D. Using distraction techniques
ANS: A
Self-negating verbalizations and internal self-talk undermine self-esteem. Assessing and then intervening to limit or eliminate these negative communications will help improve self-esteem.
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