The nurse is reviewing data collected during a client assessment. Which information should the nurse identify as a client need? Select all that apply
1. Desires to walk without a cane
2. License to drive has been suspended
3. Attends religious services every Sunday
4. Spends time with family every winter in Florida
5. Experiences shortness of breath with ambulation
1, 2, 5
Rationale 1: A client problem is identified as any unmetneed. Desiring to walk without a cane is an unmet need.
Rationale 2: A client problem is identified as any unmet need. Having a suspended driver's license will cause many needs to be unmet.
Rationale 3: A client problem is identified as any unmet need. Attending religious services is having a spiritual need met.
Rationale 4: A client problem is identified as any unmet need. Visiting with family is meeting a psychosocial need.
Rationale 5: A client problem is identified as any unmet need. Shortness of breath with ambulation is an unmet need for oxygenation.
Global Rationale: A client problem is identified as any unmet need. Desiring to walk without a cane, unable to drive, and having shortness of breath with ambulation are all unmet needs. Attending religious services and visiting with family indicate needs that are being met.
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