As a nurse caring for a patient with a colostomy that resulted from the treatment of a benign tumor of the bowel. The most appropriate classification of this self-concept component is which of the following?
a. Role performance stressor
b. Sexuality stressor
c. Identity stressor
d. Body image stressor
D
Changes in the appearance or function of a body part require an adjustment in body image. An individual's perception of the change and the relative importance placed on body image in the individual's self-concept will affect the significance of the loss or change. Throughout life a person undergoes many role changes. Normal changes associated with maturation result in changes in role performance. Sexuality stressors are issues related to sexuality on a regular basis. Identity stressors affect an individual's identity, but identity is particularly vulnerable during adolescence.
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