Which nursing diagnosis is expected to be appropriate for a patient who has a positive Romberg test?
a. Acute pain
b. Risk for falls
c. Acute confusion
d. Ineffective thermoregulation
ANS: B
A positive Romberg test indicates that the patient has difficulty maintaining balance with the eyes closed. The Romberg does not test for orientation, thermoregulation, or discomfort.
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