The adolescent male client who weighs 100 is considering taking "some herbal stuff" to increase muscle mass and strength.The nurse should interpret this statement as an indication that this client has

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The adolescent male client's desire to take "herbal stuff" to increase muscle mass and strength suggests that he may see himself as lacking in terms of the ideal male physique. This incongruence between his reality and ideal self may be contributing to his desire to take supplements, and could be further explored in therapy. There is no indication that he has a strong need for admiration or serious problems with logical thinking, and a referral to a psychologist may not be necessary at this point.

The Adolescent Male Client Who Weighs 100 Is Considering Taking