You are formulating a plan of care for a patient who is scheduled to have urinary diversion surgery. What would be an appropriate preoperative nursing diagnosis for this patient?
A) Exhibits reduced anxiety about surgery and expected losses
B) Imbalanced nutrition, less than body requirements related to inadequate nutritional intake
C) Exhibits adequate nutritional status
D) Demonstrates knowledge about the surgical procedure and postoperative course
Ans: B
Feedback: Based on the assessment data, the preoperative nursing diagnoses for the patient undergoing urinary diversion surgery may include the following: Anxiety related to anticipated losses associated with the surgical procedure; Imbalanced nutrition, less than body requirements related to inadequate nutritional intake; Deficient knowledge about the surgical procedure and postoperative care. Options A, C, and D are incorrect as they are expected outcomes, not nursing diagnoses.
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