• Discuss factors that influence the components of self-concept.
• Identify stressors that affect self-concept and self-esteem.
• Describe the components of self-concept as related to psycho-social and cognitive developmental stages.
• Explore ways in which a nurse’s self-concept and nursing actions affect a patient’s self-concept and self-esteem.
• Discuss evidence-based practices applicable for identity confusion, disturbed body image, low self-esteem, and role conflict.
• Examine cultural considerations that affect self-concept.
• Apply the nursing process to promote a patient’s self-concept.
