A patient in an alcohol treatment program says, "I have been a loser all my life. I'm so ashamed of what I have put my family through. Now, I'm not even sure I can succeed at staying sober." Which nursing diagnosis applies?
A) Chronic low self-esteem
B) Situational low self-esteem
C) Disturbed personal identity
D) Ineffective health maintenance

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Low self-esteem is present when a patient sees himself or herself as inadequate. It is a chronic problem because it is a lifelong feeling for the patient. Data are not present to support the other options.

A Patient in an Alcohol Treatment Program Says, "I Have