A client tells the nurse that her spouse expects the client to maintain the home and children as well as have a job to help with household expenses. The client is demonstrating fatigue and inadequacy
The nurse identifies which nursing diagnosis as appropriate for the client at this time?
1. Chronic Low Self-Esteem.
2. Ineffective Role Performance.
3. Disturbed Body Image.
4. Parental Role Conflict.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: The client is experiencing fatigue and inadequacy with the current situation, and not long-term.
Rationale 2: The client has many expectations which could be in conflict. The client is expected to maintain the home, care for the family, and earn money. The client's symptoms of fatigue and inadequacy indicate Ineffective Role Performance.
Rationale 3: The client is not experiencing and alteration in perception of body image.
Rationale 4: The client is not experiencing an issue with parenting.
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