Which statement appropriately identifies an at-risk nursing diagnosis for a woman 78 years of age who is confined to bed?
A) Ineffective airway clearance related to bed rest
B) Immobility related to confinement to bed
C) Potential for pneumonia related to inactivity
D) Risk for impaired skin integrity related to bed rest
Ans: D
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An at-risk nursing diagnosis, as defined by NANDA, "describes human responses to health conditions/life processes that may develop in a vulnerable individual, family, or community."
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