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AEWBW

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on: Jul 22, 2018
Which is an example of an actual diagnosis?
 
  a. Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity Related to Inability to Change Positions
  b. Potential for Enhanced Nutrition
  c. Fluid Volume Deficit Related to Nausea and Vomiting
  d. Risk for Infection Related to Indwelling Urinary Catheter

Question 2

The nurse wants to support a patient's psychological needs. Which of the following interventions would achieve this goal?
 
  a. empower the patient to conduct self-care activities
  b. protect privacy and confidentiality
  c. communicate effectively
  d. assist the patient to determine their purpose in life


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jomama

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
An actual nursing diagnosis indicates that a problem exists and is composed of the diagnostic label, related factors, and signs and symptoms.

Answer to Question 2

B
To support the patient psychologically, the nurse should treat the patient as a unique individual, protect confidentiality and privacy, use touch in a therapeutic manner, respect cultural differences, and decrease anxiety through stress management techniques.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Excellent

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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