Which of the following nursing diagnoses would be expected for an adult survivor of incest? Select all that apply
A. Low self-esteem
B. Powerlessness
C. Disturbed personal identity
D. Knowledge deficit
E. Noncompliance
ANS: A, B
An adult survivor of incest would most likely have low self-esteem and a sense of powerlessness. Adult survivors of incest are at risk for developing post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual dysfunction, somatization disorders, compulsive sexual behavior disorders, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and substance abuse disorders. Disturbed personal identity refers to an inability to distinguish between self and nonself and is seen in disorders such as autistic disorders, borderline personality disorders, dissociative disorders, and gender identity disorders.
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