Wednesday, March 10, 2010

question of the week

Question of the week for 03.08.10

A nurse is providing home care for a client with chronic bilateral heart failure. Which nursing diagnosis should have priority in planning care?

1. Impaired skin integrity related to dependent edema
2. Activity intolerance related to an imbalance in oxygen supply and demand
3. Constipation related to immobility from challenges with breathing
4. Risk for infection related to ineffective mobilization of secretions

1 comment:

a.ha said...

The correct answer is number: 2

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