An Adolescent's Parent Comments,"My Son Seems So Preoccupied with His

question 21

Multiple Choice

An adolescent's parent comments,"My son seems so preoccupied with his appearance these days.Is this normal?" The nurse's best response would be:

• A) "It is his attempt to express his individualism. "
• B) "His preoccupation with his looks is quite normal. "
• C) "He is probably troubled with his physical changes. "
• D) "This shows that he has a positive self-image. "

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Definitions:

Might Makes Right

The idea that, when determining who has legitimate power to govern a society, those who are the strongest or otherwise superior should (or inevitably will) rule. In effect, this is to claim that the person who is strong enough to hold on to ruling authority has legitimate power merely by virtue of being strong enough to retain power.

Distributive Justice

The ethical principle concerning the fair allocation of resources and goods among members of a society.

Retributive Justice

The fair use of punishment.

Human Right

A right that is believed to belong justifiably to every person, including basic freedoms and protections, irrespective of their nationality, sex, ethnic origin, color, religion, language, or any other status.