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Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care Tenth, North American Edition
Chapter 16 : Diagnosis/Problem Identification Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following nursing diagnoses is an example of a wellness diagnosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A wellness diagnosis, like 'Readiness for Enhanced Parenting,' focuses on promoting higher levels of health or function.
Question 2 of 5
A nursing diagnosis is written as Disturbed Self-Esteem related to presence of large scar over left side of face. What does the phrase Disturbed Self-Esteem identify?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Disturbed Self-Esteem' identifies the patient's health state or problem in the nursing diagnosis.
Question 3 of 5
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?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The 'presence of large scar' is the etiology, as it describes the cause of the disturbed self-esteem.
Question 4 of 5
A student identifies Fatigue as a health problem and nursing diagnosis for a patient receiving home care for treatment of metastatic cancer. What statement or question would be best to validate this patient problem?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asking the patient to confirm fatigue validates the diagnosis collaboratively with the patient.
Question 5 of 5
Of all the benefits of using nursing diagnoses, which one is probably the most important to nurses?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Improved communication among nurses is a key benefit, as nursing diagnoses provide a standardized language for care.