NSE 12A/B Study Guide - Final Guide: Colostomy, Multiple Sclerosis, Mastectomy

• School: Ryerson University
• Department: Nursing
• Course: NSE 12A/B
• Professor: Michelle Hughes

Document Summary

Self concept stressors: any real or perceived change that threatens identity, body image, role performance or self esteem. An individual"s perception of a stressor determines their response. Being able to adapt to stressors is likely to lead to a positive sense of self, whereas failure to adapt may lead to a negative sense of self. Change in health can be a stressor. A stroke patient would have altered body image (feel weak), role performance (can"t be a financial provider for family), low self esteem. 1: body image stressor, role performance stressor, self esteem stressor. Job loss, divorce, neglect, rape, assault, dependency on others, sexuality concerns, repeated failures, societal attitudes, conflict with others, developmental markers (puberty, menopause, retirement, decreasing physical abilities etc. ) Identity confusion: situation that occurs when an individual is unable to adapt to identity stressors and does not maintain a clear and continuous consciousness of personal identity.