A client with stage 1 Alzheimer's disease is described by her husband as having lost energy and
preferring to remain at home rather than attend club meetings and church.
The husband has been
doing the grocery shopping because his wife cannot remember what to purchase and is unable to
find her way around the store unassisted. Which nursing diagnosis commonly used for clients with
Alzheimer's disease can be established for the client at this time?
a. Risk for injury
b. Impaired memory
c. Self-care deficit
d. Caregiver role strain
Question 2
Of the four individuals described below, which client has the highest potential for attaining the
outcome the client will cope effectively with current stressors?
a. A, who stews about negative feelings and situations without taking action
b. B, who blames himself for the situation, saying he acted stupidly
c. C, who states he thinks things will eventually work out by themselves
d. D, who sought help from siblings with whom he has close, conflict-free
relationships
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