The nurse has admitted a patient (who takes ipratropium) to the respiratory unit with an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
While writing a plan of care for this patient, what would be the most appropriate nursing diagnosis to use? A) Deficient knowledge regarding alternative therapy
B) Imbalanced nutrition: Less than body requirements
C) Acute pain related to renal effects of the drug
D) Disturbed thought processes related to central nervous system (CNS) effects
B
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Nursing diagnoses related to drug therapy might include acute pain related to CNS, gastrointestinal (GI), or respiratory effects of the drug; imbalanced nutrition: Less than body requirements, related to dry mouth and GI upset; and deficient knowledge regarding drug therapy. Options A, C, and D are not correct.
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