A client who sustained burns to both lower extremities complains to the nurse about feeling frustrated by not being able to provide self-care. The nursing diagnosis appropriate for the client at this time would be:
1. Situational Low Self-Esteem.
2. Powerlessness.
3. Ineffective Coping.
4. Anxiety.
2. Powerlessness.
Rationale:
The client is expressing frustration over not being able to provide self-care. The nursing diagnosis most appropriate for the client at this time would be Powerlessness. There is not enough information to determine whether the client is or is not experiencing situational low-self esteem, ineffective coping, or anxiety.
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