You are caring for a 14-year-old female patient with leukemia. She has developed alopecia due to treatment for the leukemia. What would be an expected outcome found on her plan of care?
A) Maintains adequate hydration
B) Interacts and socializes with others
C) Verbalizes positive self-awareness
D) Maintains academic standing in school
Ans: B
Feedback: Expected outcomes of the nursing diagnosis "impaired tissue integrity: alopecia" identifies alopecia as potential side effect of treatment. Maintains hygiene and grooming. Interacts and socializes with others. Option A is incorrect; the scenario does not indicate the patient is at risk for inadequate hydration. Option C is incorrect; you would want the patient to verbalize a positive self-image, not self-awareness. During treatment for leukemia, it would be nice to maintain academic standing, but it would not be on the care plan at this time.
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