Chapter 11: Self-Perception and Self-Concept

Chapter 11: Self-Perception and Self-Concept

 

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

MULTIPLE CHOICE

 

1. What causes the greatest damage to self-worth?

a.	Measuring self against internal ideals
b.	Measuring self against individual values
c.	Measuring self against external standards
d.	Measuring self against expressions of positive feedback

 

 

ANS:  C

The use of external standards rather than internal values is an inadequate platform for self-worth. The use of positive feedback and internal individual values supports a positive perception of self-worth.

 

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Comprehension     REF:   p. 200             OBJ:   1

TOP:   Self-Worth     KEY:  Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC:  NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation

 

2. What would have the largest impact on maintaining a positive self-perception?

a.	Ability to control life’s choices
b.	Financial success attained in life
c.	Family relationships
d.	Degree of wellness

 

 

ANS:  A

Being in control of life’s choices increases and maintains a positive self-perception.

 

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Comprehension     REF:   p. 201             OBJ:   1

TOP:   Self-Perception                               KEY:  Nursing Process Step: Assessment

MSC:  NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation

 

3. What would be considered the most important indicator of a positive self-image in an older adult living in a long-term care facility?

a.	Feeding self independently
b.	Maintaining urinary continence
c.	Having family visitors every week
d.	Neat grooming and wearing fresh clothing

 

 

ANS:  D

Neat grooming and care in personal appearance are cardinal indicators of a positive self-image.

 

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Application           REF:   p. 201             OBJ:   2

TOP:   Self-Image     KEY:  Nursing Process Step: Assessment

MSC:  NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation

 

4. How does the concept of ageism portray older adults?

a.	An inactive population of self-indulgent persons
b.	A group that has opted to isolate themselves
c.	Physically inept and nonproductive
d.	An antisocial but active group

 

 

ANS:  C

Ageism defines the older adult as physically inept, nonproductive, and essentially unattractive.

 

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Comprehension     REF:   p. 202             OBJ:   1

TOP:   Ageism           KEY:  Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC:   NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation