In the nursing diagnosis Disturbed Self-Esteem related to ...

[evelyn o bentley]

In the nursing diagnosis Disturbed Self-Esteem related to presence of large scar over left side of face, what part of the nursing diagnosis is presence of large scar over left side of face?
 
  A) Etiology
  B) Problem
  C) Defining characteristics
  D) Client need

Question 2

A nurse is formulating a diagnosis for a client who is reliving a brutal mugging that took place several months ago. The client is crying uncontrollably and states that he can't live with this fear.
 
  Which of the following diagnoses for this client is correctly written?
 
  A) Post-trauma syndrome related to being attacked
  B) Psychological overreaction related to being attacked
  C) Needs assistance coping with attack
  D) Mental distress related to being attacked

[jaymee143]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
The etiology identifies the physiologic, psychological, sociologic, spiritual, and environmental factors believed to be related to the problem as either a cause or a contributing factor. The etiology directs nursing interventions.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A

Post-trauma syndrome is a NANDA-approved problem statement and being attacked is the correct etiology. Overreaction and mental distress implies a value judgment by the nurse. Needs assistance addresses the need of the client.