The nursing is caring for a client who is hospitalized for cellulitis of the foot. Which nursing diagnoses should the nurse use to plan this client's care?
Select all that apply.
A) Social Isolation related to skin infection
B) Altered Skin Integrity related to skin infection
C) Acute Pain related to skin infection
D) Disturbed Sleep Pattern related to skin infection
E) Powerlessness related to inability to control the infection
Answer: B, C
Clients with cellulitis have Altered Skin Integrity and will also have Acute Pain at the site. Controlling pain is a priority. Disturbed Sleep Pattern, Social Isolation, and Powerlessness are not supported by the information given.
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