Author Question: Which of the following describes the most important use of nursing diagnosis (all statements are ... (Read 13 times)

fnuegbu · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Which of the following describes the most important use of nursing diagnosis (all statements are true)?

1) Differentiates the nurse's role from that of the physician
2) Identifies a body of knowledge unique to nursing
3) Helps nursing develop a more professional image
4) Describes the client's needs for nursing care

Question 2

What is wrong with the format of this diagnostic statement: Possible Risk for Constipation related to irregular defecation habits A.M.B. statement that When I'm busy, I can't always take the time to go to the bathroom.

1) Possible nursing diagnoses do not have signs and symptoms.
2) A nursing diagnosis is either a possible risk or a risk, not both.
3) Constipation is a medical diagnosis.
4) The etiology is actually a defining characteristic.