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The adolescent with a BMI of 18.5 feels overweight after seeing excessively slender actresses on TV and in the movies.Which nursing diagnosis is appropriate for this adolescent?
A) Decisional conflict related to how much weight should be lost to look pretty
B) Defensive coping related to denial of imbalanced weight to height proportion
C) Powerlessness related to perception that weight loss is needed to gain friends
D) Disturbed body image related to cultural perception of ideal body proportions
Disturbed Body Image
A psychological condition where an individual has a distorted perception of their body size, shape, or appearance.
BMI
Body Mass Index, a measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women.
Cultural Perception
The interpretation of sensory information (sights, sounds, smells, etc.) based on the cultural background and context of the observer.
- Recognize and distinguish among various psychological states and mental health conditions.
- Master the levels of psychological development and understand their relevance in the field of nursing care.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize and distinguish among various psychological states and mental health conditions.
- Master the levels of psychological development and understand their relevance in the field of nursing care.
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