A nurse is running a group on self-esteem. A client asks, "Where does self-esteem come from?" Which is the most appropriate nursing reply?
A. "Many factors, over the life span, influence development and maintenance of self-esteem."
B. "Self-esteem is determined by factors outside of an individual's control."
C. "Self-esteem is established in childhood and remains relatively fixed throughout life."
D. "Genetics are the single largest contributor to an individual's self-esteem."
ANS: A
Self-esteem refers to the degree of regard or respect that individuals have for themselves and is a measure of worth that they place on their abilities and judgments. Many factors influence the development of self-esteem over a person's life span.
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