An appropriate nursing diagnosis for a client who frequently expresses guilt or shame, states that he is unable to deal with situations, and is hesitant to try new things would be:
1. Chronic low self-esteem
2. Powerlessness
3. Hopelessness
4. Ineffective coping
ANS: 1
The behaviors mentioned in the situation are congruent with criteria for the diagnosis of chronic low self-esteem. 2. The client's symptoms go beyond powerlessness. 3. Hopelessness does not involve feelings of guilt and shame. 4. The data are not consistent with a diagnosis of ineffective coping.
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