The nurse is caring for an 18-year-old who has been diagnosed with malignant melanoma. Which of the following diagnoses might the nurse anticipate during the planning of care for this client?
1. Risk for Compromised Human Dignity
2. Risk for Acute Confusion
3. Anxiety
4. Disturbed Body Image
3. Anxiety
Rationale:
Any client will likely experience anxiety related to the diagnosis of skin cancer. The client will not likely have compromised human dignity or a risk for acute confusion. Disturbed body image could be an issue if the lesion is large, but not as likely as anxiety.
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