A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client with advanced rheumatoid arthritis who is experiencing moderate pain in the knees and hips. The client also has some deformities that make walking and moving about difficult
The primary health care provider has prescribed diflunisal. Which nursing diagnosis would be most appropriate for this client? Select all that apply.
A) Acute Pain
B) Impaired Physical Mobility
C) Ineffective Self Health Management
D) Deficient Knowledge
E) Imbalanced Nutrition: Less Than Body Requirements
Ans: A, B
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Based on the situation, appropriate nursing diagnoses would include Acute Pain and Impaired Physical Mobility. There is no indication that the client is having difficulty managing the medication therapy, has a lack of knowledge about the medication, or is experiencing problems with nutrition.
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