A verbally abusive partner has made many negative comments to his significant other,the patient,over the years.In the crisis centre,the nurse would anticipate that the patient may have which of the following self-concept deficits?
A)Negative body image.
B)Role confusion.
C)Rigidity.
D)Yearning.

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Consistent negative comments can cause devaluation of an individual's self-concept.The effects of negative self-esteem can invade all areas of a person's life,including body image.Role confusion is part of a developmental task (identity versus role confusion).Rigidity and yearning are not components of self-concept.

A Verbally Abusive Partner Has Made Many Negative Comments to His