What action consistently done by a patient should indicate to a nurse that the patient has a poor self-concept?

a. Wears bright-colored clothing
b. Demands the attention of staff
c. Apologizes to others repeatedly
d. Becomes angry when frustrated


ANS: C
Apologizing repeatedly is indicative of self-effacement. Anger, demanding attention, and wearing attention-getting clothing are not characteristics of a poor self-concept.

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