A client was involved in an accident that has impaired both hearing and vision. How can the nurse help this client regain self-esteem? Select all that apply.
A) Encouraging temporary dependence on staff
B) Acknowledging the client's progress toward autonomy
C) Encouraging family to assume the client's self-care needs
D) Observing the client for symptoms of repression and depression
E) Assist the client in identifying examples of personal independence

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B) Acknowledging the client's progress toward autonomy, D) Observing the client for symptoms of repression and depression, and E) Assisting the client in identifying examples of personal independence are strategies that can help the client regain self-esteem by promoting independence, monitoring emotional health, and reinforcing the client's capabilities. Encouraging temporary dependence (A) and encouraging family to assume the client's self-care needs (C) could potentially hinder the client's progress towards independence and self-esteem.

A Client Was Involved in an Accident That Has Impaired