A nurse is writing the care plan of a patient who has been diagnosed with myelofibrosis. What nursing diagnoses should the nurse address? Select all that apply
A) Disturbed Body Image
B) Impaired Mobility
C) Imbalanced Nutrition: Less than Body Requirements
D) Acute Confusion
E) Risk for Infection
Ans: A, B, C, E
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The profound splenomegaly that accompanies myelofibrosis can impact the patient's body image and mobility. As well, nutritional deficits are common and the patient is at risk for infection. Cognitive effects are less common.
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