The labor and delivery nurse is caring for a client whose labor is being induced due to fetal death in utero at 35 weeks' gestation. In planning intrapartum care for this client, which nursing diagnosis is most likely to be applied?
1. Powerlessness
2. Urinary Elimination, Impaired
3. Coping: Family, Readiness for Enhanced
4. Skin Integrity, Impaired
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Explanation: 1. Powerlessness is commonly experienced by families who face fetal loss. Powerlessness is related to lack of control in current situational crisis.
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