The nurse is assessing a patient who had a pacemaker implanted 4 weeks ago. During the patient's most recent follow-up appointment, the nurse identifies data that suggest the patient may be socially isolated and depressed
What nursing diagnosis is suggested by these data?
A) Decisional conflict related to pacemaker implantation
B) Deficient knowledge related to pacemaker implantation
C) Spiritual distress related to pacemaker implantation
D) Ineffective coping related to pacemaker implantation
Ans: D
Feedback:
Depression and isolation may be symptoms of ineffective coping with the implantation. These psychosocial symptoms are not necessarily indicative of issues related to knowledge or decisions. Further data would be needed to determine a spiritual component to the patient's challenges.
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