LONG-TERM OBJECTIVE:
After 3 days of nursing
intervention, the patient will
demonstrate enhanced
body image and self-esteem
as evidenced by ability to
talk about and care for
actual or perceived altered
body part or function.
-Encourage verbalization of
positive or negative feelings
about the actual or perceived
change.
REFERENCE: NCP by Gulanick p.21-22; Nursing diagnosis and reference manual, p. 40-41