A young adult male client comes to the clinic with complaints of not being able to study effectively. The nurse plans the care based on a nursing diagnosis of Fatigue. Which client statement validates this nursing diagnosis?
A) "I sleep for 9 hours a night."
B) "I have hay fever."
C) "I drink one beer when I go out with friends."
D) "I work out in the gym two days a week."
Answer: B
Allergies and their reactions, such as hay fever, can cause a person to experience fatigue and to lose focus. Sleeping for 9 hours a night is sufficient. Working out in the gym will help counteract fatigue. Drinking a beer occasionally will not cause fatigue.
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