Your client had abdominal surgery 2 days ago and is now complaining of intense pain. She has not been bathed since surgery, but she states she is unable to participate in a shower because of the pain and postoperative fatigue. Your nursing diagnosis is:
1. Self-care deficit related to surgery.
2. Self-care deficit related to pain and fatigue.
3. Risk for self-care deficit.
4. Self-care deficit related to lack of motivation.
ANS: 2
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