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Diagnosis ( 5 Questions)
A nurse is reviewing the diagnostic statements of a client who has multiple health problems. Which of the following statements is an example of an actual diagnosis?
This is not an example of an actual diagnosis because it describes a potential problem that has not yet occurred. An actual diagnosis identifies a problem that is present at the time of the assessment and is based on signs and symptoms.
This is an example of an actual diagnosis because it describes a problem that is present at the time of the assessment and is based on signs and symptoms. An actual diagnosis consists of three components: the problem, the etiology, and the defining characteristics. In this case, the problem is impaired skin integrity, the etiology is related to pressure ulcer, and the defining characteristics are evidenced by 4 cm x 3 cm wound on sacrum.
This is not an example of an actual diagnosis because it does not include any defining characteristics that support the problem. An actual diagnosis requires evidence of signs and symptoms to validate the problem.
This is not an example of an actual diagnosis because it describes a readiness to enhance a specific health behavior rather than a problem that is present at the time of the assessment. A readiness for enhanced diagnosis identifies a strength or potential for improvement in a client's health status.
Choice A reason:.
This is not an example of an actual diagnosis because it describes a potential problem that has not yet occurred. An actual diagnosis identifies a problem that is present at the time of the assessment and is based on signs and symptoms.
Choice B reason:.
This is an example of an actual diagnosis because it describes a problem that is present at the time of the assessment and is based on signs and symptoms. An actual diagnosis consists of three components: the problem, the etiology, and the defining characteristics. In this case, the problem is impaired skin integrity, the etiology is related to pressure ulcer, and the defining characteristics are evidenced by 4 cm x 3 cm wound on sacrum.
Choice C reason:.
This is not an example of an actual diagnosis because it does not include any defining characteristics that support the problem. An actual diagnosis requires evidence of signs and symptoms to validate the problem.
Choice D reason:.
This is not an example of an actual diagnosis because it describes a readiness to enhance a specific health behavior rather than a problem that is present at the time of the assessment. A readiness for enhanced diagnosis identifies a strength or potential for improvement in a client's health status.