A nurse is reviewing a drawing that a client completed as a self-portrait. The nurse observes that the drawing lacks arms and feet. The nurse interprets this as indicating what feelings? Select all that apply.

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Powerlessness and feelings of inadequacy are expressed through lack of head, mouth, arms, feet, or eyes. Low self-esteem is expressed by small size, lack of color variation, and sparse details. A lack of symmetry (placement of figure parts or entire drawings off center) represents feelings of insecurity and inadequacy. A lack of symmetry (placement of figure parts or entire drawings off center) represents feelings of insecurity and inadequacy.

A Nurse Is Reviewing a Drawing That a Client Completed