A newly married client is attempting to fulfill the role of wife, professional, and lover. She tells the nurse that she does not feel that she is fulfilling any of the roles well. The nurse will document this as:
A) role strain.
B) role ambiguity.
C) role conflict.
D) role transition.

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Role strain occurs when the person perceives himself or herself as inadequate or unsuited for a role. This can occur in any role or because of numerous roles. People make multiple role transitions in a lifetime. Role ambiguity occurs when the person lacks knowledge of role expectations, which fosters anxiety and confusion. Role conflict is related to expectations concerning the role. Role conflict can be described as intrapersonal, interpersonal, or interrole.

A Newly Married Client Is Attempting to Fulfill the Role