Which of the following nursing diagnoses would be of highest priority for a client diagnosed with advanced Alzheimer's disease?
A) Chronic Confusion
B) Impaired Memory
C) Impaired Verbal Communication
D) Impaired Swallowing
D
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When identifying a priority, select the diagnosis that could be the most harmful. The nurse is most correct to select Impaired Swallowing as the highest priority. Impaired swallowing can affect fluid and electrolytes status, nutrition, and potentially cause pneumonia. Impaired Memory and Chronic Confusion alone is manageable with appropriate supervision. Impaired Verbal Communication is an obstacle in expressing thoughts and feelings.
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