1. Patient openly verbalizes fears, anxieties, and changes in self-image with members of the health care team, supportive staff, family, and support groups. 2. Patient (and family, significant others,...

1. Patient openly verbalizes fears, anxieties, and changes in self-image with members of the health care team, supportive staff, family, and support groups.

2. Patient (and family, significant others, and/or caregiver) describes ways of preventing self-injury, such as the use of assistive devices, removing throw rugs, use of night lights, and handrail placement throughout the home.