The nurse is analyzing data collected during a client assessment and wants to identify possible nursing diagnoses. A possible nursing diagnosis indicates:
a. a situation in which a problem could arise unless preventive action is taken.
b. that a problem does not yet exist, but special risk factors are present.
c. the client's expression of a desire to attain a higher level of wellness in some area of function.
d. that a problem exists.
ANS: A
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