A nurse is caring for a patient who has been admitted to the hospital with diverticulitis. Which of the following would be appropriate nursing diagnoses for this patient? Select all that apply
A) Acute Pain Related to Increased Peristalsis and GI Inflammation
B) Activity Intolerance Related to Generalized Weakness
C) Bowel Incontinence Related to Increased Intestinal Peristalsis
D) Deficient Fluid Volume Related to Anorexia, Nausea, and Diarrhea
E) Impaired Urinary Elimination Related to GI Pressure on the Bladder
Ans: A, B, D
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Patients with diverticulitis are likely to experience pain and decreased activity levels, and are at risk of fluid volume deficit. The patient is unlikely to experience fecal incontinence and urinary function is not directly influenced.
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