As a nurse caring for a patient with a colostomy that resulted from the treatment of a benign tumor of the bowel.The most appropriate classification of this self-concept component is which of the following?

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Changes in the appearance or function of a body part require an adjustment in body image.An individual's perception of the change and the relative importance placed on body image in the individual's self-concept will affect the significance of the loss or change.Throughout life a person undergoes many role changes.Normal changes associated with maturation result in changes in role performance.Sexuality stressors are issues related to sexuality on a regular basis.Identity stressors affect an individual's identity,but identity is particularly vulnerable during adolescence.

As a Nurse Caring for a Patient with a Colostomy