A nursing diagnosis that should be considered for individuals who are severely mentally ill and
homeless is
a. substance abuse.
b. chronic low self-esteem.
c. disturbed sleep pattern.
d. impaired environmental interpretation syndrome.
B
Of the 40% to 70% of individuals with severe mental illness who do not live with their families,
many become homeless. Life on the street or in a shelter has a negative influence on the individual's
self-esteem, making this nursing diagnosis one that should be considered. Option A: Substance
abuse is not an approved North American Nursing Diagnosis Association diagnosis. Option C:
Disturbed sleep pattern may be noted in some clients but is not a universal problem. Option D refers
to persistent disorientation, which is not seen in a majority of the homeless.
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