Asked by Elizabet Campbell on Sep 29, 2024

A nurse is assessing a group of adolescents. Which person is most likely to have the highest self-esteem?

A) Latino adolescent female who has strong ethnic pride
B) Caucasian boy who lives below federal poverty level
C) African-American adolescent male who has severe acne
D) Adolescent who was suspended twice from high school

Self-esteem

An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth or value.

Ethnic Pride

A positive identification and emotional association with one's own ethnic group, often leading to a sense of community and belonging.

  • Absorb the information regarding developmental periods that influence an individual's self-concept and self-esteem.