After an assessment, a pregnant patient asks the nurse questions about her changing uterus and body. Which nursing diagnosis would be appropriate for the patient at this time?
A) Anxiety related to being pregnant
B) Ineffective coping related to being pregnant
C) Health-seeking behaviors related to reproductive functioning
D) Disturbance in body image related to body changes with pregnancy
C
Feedback:
The patient is asking questions related to reproductive functioning which indicates health-seeking behaviors. The patient's questions do not indicate that the patient is experiencing anxiety, ineffective coping, or a disturbance in body image.
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describes Locsin's process of _____________ in the theory of technological competence as caring in nursing? A. Knowing B. Participative engaging C. Furthering knowing D. Designing