A 52-year-old patient is scheduled to undergo ileal conduit surgery and has several appropriate questions for the nurse. What would be the most relevant nursing diagnosis for this patient?
A) Self-care deficit related to the surgical procedure and creation of an ileal conduit
B) Knowledge deficit about the surgical procedure and postoperative care
C) Fear and anxiety related to the surgical procedure
D) Risk of infection related to the surgical procedure
B
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