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melly21297

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The nurse completes a thorough assessment of a patient and analyzes the data to identify nursing diagnoses. Which step will the nurse take next in the nursing process?
 
  a. Assessment
  b. Diagnosis
  c. Planning
  d. Implementation

Question 2

Which question would be most appropriate for a nurse to ask a patient to assist in establishing a nursing diagnosis of Diarrhea?
 
  a. What types of foods do you think caused your upset stomach?
  b. How many bowel movements a day have you had?
  c. Are you able to get to the bathroom in time?
  d. What medications are you currently taking?



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
After identifying a patient's nursing diagnoses and collaborative problems, a nurse prioritizes the diagnoses, sets patient-centered goals and expected outcomes, and chooses nursing interventions appropriate for each diagnosis. This is the third step of the nursing process, planning. The assessment phase of the nursing process involves gathering data. The implementation phase involves carrying out appropriate nursing interventions. During the evaluation phase, the nurse assesses the achievement of goals and effectiveness of interventions.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The nurse needs to first ensure that the symptoms support the diagnosis. By definition, diarrhea means that a patient is having frequent stools; therefore, asking about the number of bowel movements is most appropriate. Asking about irritating foods and medications may help the nurse determine the cause of the diarrhea, but first the nurse needs to make sure the diagnosis is appropriate. Asking the patient if he can make it to the bathroom will help to establish a diagnosis of incontinence, not diarrhea. The question is asking for the most appropriate statement to establish the diagnosis of Diarrhea.




melly21297

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


mohan

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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