A nurse is planning the care of a patient who has a long history of chronic pain, which has only recently been diagnosed as fibromyalgia. What nursing diagnosis is most likely to apply to this woman's care needs?
A) Ineffective Role Performance Related to Pain
B) Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity Related to Myalgia
C) Risk for Infection Related to Tissue Alterations
D) Unilateral Neglect Related to Neuropathic Pain
Ans: A
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Typically, patients with fibromyalgia have endured their symptoms for a long period of time. The neuropathic pain accompanying FM can often impair a patient's ability to perform normal roles and functions. Skin integrity is unaffected and the disease has no associated infection risk. Activity limitations may result in neglect, but not of a unilateral nature.
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