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?

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?

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?

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?

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