A nurse is caring for a patient experiencing respiratory distress. The physician places an endotracheal tube. What is the most appropriate nursing diagnosis for this patient?
a. Ineffective coping
b. Risk for infection
c. Altered nutrition: less than body requirements
d. Impaired verbal communication
ANS: D
Because of the placement of an endotracheal tube, the patient is unable to speak. The nursing diagnosis of impaired verbal communication is most appropriate.
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