An adolescent client who is diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy is seen in the clinic for a routine health visit. Which nursing diagnosis is the priority for this client?
1. Risk for Impaired Mobility Related to Hypertrophy of Muscles
2. Risk for Infection Related to Altered Immune System
3. Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity Related to Paresthesia
4. Risk for Altered Comfort Related to Effects of the Illness
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: Nursing care for muscular dystrophy (MD) focuses on promoting independence and mobility for this progressive, incapacitating disease. Risk for Infection, Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity, and Risk for Altered Comfort are not as high a priority as Risk for Impaired Mobility.
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