The nurse is analyzing data collected after assessing a child with a congenital heart defect that decreases pulmonary blood flow
Which nursing diagnosis would be applicable for this client?
A) Acute Pain
B) Ineffective Breathing Pattern
C) Decreased Cardiac Output
D) Excess Fluid Volume
Answer: C
Nursing diagnoses for clients with congenital heart defects that decrease pulmonary blood flow include Decreased Cardiac Output, Risk for Infection related to unfiltered bacteria in the blood, Caregiver Role Strain, Activity Intolerance, and Delayed Growth and Development. Excess Fluid Volume and Interrupted Family Processes are nursing diagnoses seen in the care of a client with a congenital heart defect that increases pulmonary blood flow. Acute Pain and Ineffective Breathing Pattern are appropriate nursing diagnoses for a child following cardiac surgery.
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