A client in sickle cell crisis reports taking a recent skiing trip that caused a respiratory infection from the cold weather. The client reports a pain level of 8 on a pain scale from 0 to 10
Which nursing diagnosis is a priority for this client?
A) Fluid Volume Excess
B) Risk for Self-Mutilation
C) Knowledge Deficit
D) Acute Pain
Answer: D
The priority for this client would be pain. The client has reportedly been skiing, which would be in an area of high altitude, which is contraindicated for someone with sickle cell. This client appears to have a knowledge deficit about self-care. This diagnosis, however, does not take priority. There is no evidence from the information given that the client has fluid volume excess or is at risk for self-mutilation.
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