The patient admitted with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease is anxious and dehydrated, has reportedly not been eating, and has had a weight loss of 5 lb in 1 week. Which of the following nursing diagnoses is a priority?
a. Fluid volume deficit related to fluid loss
b. Altered nutrition: Less than body requirements related to anorexia
c. Fluid volume excess related to reduced urine output
d. Risk for impaired skin integrity
Question 2
The nurse is planning care for the patient with hypertension and obesity. Which of the following is a reasonable and measurable outcome for the nursing diagnosis noncompliance with treatment regimen related to side effects of medications?
a. Patient will state two lifestyle modifications for weight management by (date certain).
b. Patient will be compliant with treatment regimen by (date certain).
c. Patient will understand the disease process by (date certain).
d. Patient's blood pressure will never increase.
Mechanical ventilation. The photograph shows a patient receiving breathing assistance by the use of
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Symptoms of a patient in shock
Patient teaching: male genetalia assessment
A partnership between the patient and the health care provider.
Drugs for Peptic Ulcer Disease