self concept

Question 1

self-concept

Answer 1

the way a person thinks about themselves
a unique dynamic, subjective, and evolving process throughout the lifespan
most flexible in early development
shapes not only one’s identity but influences the relationships they form
description and evaluation of one’s self

Question 2

self-image

Answer 2

the way an individual views their unique qualities such as genetic and physical characteristics

Question 3

self-esteem

Answer 3

the evaluate component of self-concept and refers to the assessment of a person’s overall level of self-worth and how they feel about themselves

Question 4

the ideal self

Answer 4

what a person wants to be

Question 5

experience

Answer 5

as a person experiences and responds to new life situations and challenges, self-perceptions may change based on the knowledge they have of themselves

Question 6

emotional intelligence

Answer 6

when an individual can perceive, understand, control, manage and evaluate emotions
self-awareness
social skill
empathy
motivation
self-regulation

Question 7

self-awareness

Answer 7

the ability to see oneself clearly and objectively through reflection and introspection
understand our emotions and their effects
know what we are feeling and why
sense how we are perceived by others
possess an accurate reading of their strengths, limits, and clarity of value and purpose

Question 8

body image

Answer 8

a person’s perceptions, feelings, and thoughts about their body
body shape/size
physical attractiveness
depression
perfectionalism
social influences
low self-esteem
interpersonal interactions

Question 9

self-efficacy

Answer 9

a person’s perceived ability and aptitude to successfully complete a task
self-efficacy beliefs determine how individuals feel, think, behave, and motivate themselves

Question 10

culture

Answer 10

values and beliefs of a group that guides their thinking

Question 11

role performance

Answer 11

the specific behaviors that a person displays within each role and the perceptions of their ability to successfully fulfill the roles

Question 12

development of self-concept

Answer 12

each developmental stage of human growth and development involves factors that are important to the development of a healthy and positive self-concept

Question 13

identity formation

Answer 13

an individual develops an understanding about themself w/in the context of family, cultural, and social norms
ongoing process throughout adulthood
influenced by:
gender
race
ethnicity
birth order
religion
family status
occupation
culture
environment

Question 14

body image stressors

Answer 14

societal attitudes about physical attributes, appearance, and performance, that can impact a client’s self perception of their body image

Question 15

self-esteem stressors

Answer 15

life events such as disability, chronic illness, loss of career, change in financial status, feeling irrelevant due to retirement, etc can impact self-esteem

Question 16

role performance stressors

Answer 16

stress of role performance occurs when a person lacks the ability to fulfill their roles and responsibilites

Question 17

nurse’s role

Answer 17

nurses play a vital tole in planning and implementing a comprehensive, client-centered holistic plan of care to promote a positive self-concept