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Body Image Disorder

This document discusses body image disorder and nursing interventions. It defines body image as how a person feels about their body. Body image disorder occurs when there is a feeling of dissatisfaction with changes to the body that do not match what is wanted. Signs include resisting changes to the body, negative self-talk, and decreased social activity. Nurses assess how the patient views their body changes and impacts to daily life. Goals are for patients to identify positive aspects of themselves and their bodies and take measures to improve body image. Nursing interventions include acknowledging feelings, exhibiting caring, encouraging adaptive behaviors, and referring patients to support groups.

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Body Image Disorder

This document discusses body image disorder and nursing interventions. It defines body image as how a person feels about their body. Body image disorder occurs when there is a feeling of dissatisfaction with changes to the body that do not match what is wanted. Signs include resisting changes to the body, negative self-talk, and decreased social activity. Nurses assess how the patient views their body changes and impacts to daily life. Goals are for patients to identify positive aspects of themselves and their bodies and take measures to improve body image. Nursing interventions include acknowledging feelings, exhibiting caring, encouraging adaptive behaviors, and referring patients to support groups.

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Body image

Disorder
Reni Nurhidayah, S.Kep.,Ns.,M.Kep
Self Concept Components

Role
Body Image

Personal identity
Self Ideal

Self Esteem
Body Image
Disorder
What's Body Image?
Body image is how a person feels about his or her body
and what they do about those feelings.

When We Call It Disorder?


When there is a feeling of dissatisfaction with changes
in the shape, structure and function of the body
because it is not according to the WANTED. As a
significant component of one’s self-concept, body
image disturbance can have an intense impression on
how individuals see their overall selves.
Signs & Symptoms

Objective Subjective
Loss of body parts Changes in body Resist changes in the current limb,
parts in both form and function Saying negative things about his
Hiding or showing off the affected malfunctioning limbs.
body part Expressing feelings of helplessness,
Refuses to look at body parts worthlessness, hopelessness.
Refuse to touch body part Refuse to interact with other people.
Decreased social activity Expresses a desire that is too high for
the affected body part.
Often repeating the loss that occurred.
Feel foreign to the missing body part.
Assessment
Assess meaning of loss or change to patient and SO, including
future expectations and impact of cultural or religious beliefs.

Assess the perceived impact of change in ADLs, social participation,


personal relationships, and occupational activities.

Assess the result of body image disturbance in relation to the


patient’s developmental stage.

Evaluate the patient’s behavior regarding the actual or perceived


changed body part or function.

Evaluate the patient’s verbal remarks about the actual or


perceived change in body part or function.
GOAL of
NURSING CARE
The patient can identify his body image
Patients can identify their potential
(positive aspects)
The patient can find out ways to improve
body image
Patients can take measures to improve
body image
Patients can interact with others without
being disturbed
Nursing
intervention
Acknowledge and accept expression of feelings of frustration,
dependency, anger, grief, and hostility. Note withdrawn
behavior and use of denial.

Recognize the normalcy of response to the actual or perceived


change in body structure or function.

Discuss with patient about the normalcy of body image


disturbance and the grief process.

Support verbalization of positive or negative feelings about the actual


or perceived loss.

Set limits on maladaptive behavior. Maintain nonjudgmental


attitude while giving care, and help patient identify positive
behaviors that will aid in recovery.
Nursing
intervention
Exhibit positive caring in routine activities.

Be realistic and positive during treatments, in health teaching, and in


setting goals within limitations.

Provide hope within parameters of individual situation; do not


give false reassurance.

Give positive reinforcement of progress and encourage endeavors


toward attainment of rehabilitation goals.

Assist the patient in incorporating actual changes into ADLs,


social life, interpersonal relationships, and occupational
activities.

Teach the patient adaptive behavior (e.g., use of adaptive equipment,


wigs, cosmetics, clothing that conceals the altered body part or
enhances remaining part or function, use of deodorants).
Nursing
intervention
Encourage family interaction with each other and with
rehabilitation team.
Provide support group for SO. Give information about how SO can
be helpful to patient.

Refer the patient and caregivers to support groups composed


of individuals with similar alterations.

Refer to physical and occupational therapy, vocational counselor,


psychiatric counseling, clinical specialist psychiatric nurse, social
services, and psychologist, as needed.
Thank you
Fell free to give questions or comments

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