Which factor promoting patient growth describes the ability to view another person as worthy of caring about and as someone who has strengths and achievement potential?

Choice A Reason:

The coping skills (Choice A) may be observed and assessed as part of the broader clinical picture, but they are not typically specific components of a formal Mental Status Examination.

Choice B Reason:

Ability to perform calculations. This assesses the client's cognitive abilities, specifically related to mathematical reasoning and problem-solving.

Choice C Reason:

Recall ability. Assessing recall ability helps evaluate the client's short-term memory, which can be impaired in individuals with dementia.

Choice D Reason:

Long-term memory. Evaluating long-term memory provides insights into the client's ability to recall information from the distant past, which is another aspect of cognitive function.

Choice E Reason:

Level of orientation. Assessing orientation to time, place, and person is crucial in understanding the client's awareness of their surroundings and current circumstances, which can be affected in dementia.

Choice A Reason:

Anxiety is incorrect. While anxiety is a valid concern, it may not be an immediate threat to the individual's safety.

Choice B Reason:

Ineffective coping is incorrect. This is relevant, but it doesn't address the urgency associated with potential self-harm.

Choice C Reason:

Chronic low self-esteem is incorrect. Low self-esteem is a significant issue, but it may not require immediate intervention compared to the risk of self-harm.

Choice D Reason:

Self-harm is correct. Assessing and addressing the risk of self-harm takes precedence, as it involves ensuring the immediate safety and well-being of the individual. Once the risk of self-harm is addressed, the nurse can then explore and address other related concerns, such as anxiety, coping mechanisms, and self-esteem.