Asked by Pardeep Dhindsa on Jun 05, 2024
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Which nursing diagnosis addresses psychological concerns for a patient with both hearing and visual sensory impairment?
A) Self-care deficit.
B) Risk for falls.
C) Social isolation.
D) Impaired physical mobility.
Hearing
The sense through which sounds are perceived, involving the process of detecting and interpreting sound waves.
Visual Sensory Impairment
A reduction or loss of vision that cannot be corrected fully with glasses or contact lenses.
Social Isolation
Social isolation is a state where an individual lacks a sense of belonging, social engagement, or sustaining relationships with others.
- Examine the psychological consequences of sensory loss in patients and recommend suitable interventions for assistance.
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Abdul XamadJun 12, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
In focusing on the psychological aspect of care,the nurse is most concerned about social isolation for a patient who may have difficulty communicating because of visual and hearing impairment.Both self-care deficit and fall risk are physiological risks for the patient.Impaired physical mobility would not apply to this patient.
Learning Objectives
- Examine the psychological consequences of sensory loss in patients and recommend suitable interventions for assistance.