Following diagnostic testing, a 69-year-old male patient has been diagnosed with Paget's disease. When planning the subsequent care that this patient is likely to require, what nursing diagnosis should most likely be prioritized by the nurse?
A) Risk for peripheral neurovascular dysfunction related to Paget's disease
B) Impaired physical mobility related to Paget's disease
C) Risk for impaired skin integrity related to Paget's disease
D) Unilateral neglect related to Paget's disease
B
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a. Bathe the infant in a very warm bath b. After the bath, rub the skin vigorously with a towel c. Apply dry dressings to the affected area d. Shorten fingernails and place mittens on hands and feet