A 30 year-old female patient has been diagnosed with Cushing syndrome. What psychosocial nursing diagnosis should the nurse most likely prioritize when planning the patient's care?
A) Decisional conflict related to treatment options
B) Spiritual distress related to changes in cognitive function
C) Disturbed body image related to changes in physical appearance
D) Powerlessness related to disease progression
Ans: C
Feedback:
Cushing syndrome causes characteristic physical changes that are likely to result in disturbed body image. Decisional conflict and powerless may exist, but disturbed body image is more likely to be present. Cognitive changes take place in patients with Cushing syndrome, but these may or may not cause spiritual distress.
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