Asked by Hailey Huebner on Apr 25, 2024
Which question would be most\bold{most}most appropriate for a nurse to ask a patient to assist in establishing a nursing diagnosis of Diarrhea?
A) "What types of foods do you think caused your upset stomach?"
B) "How many bowel movements a day have you had?"
C) "Are you able to get to the bathroom in time?"
D) "What medications are you currently taking?"
Diarrhea
Increase in the number of stools and the passage of liquid, unformed feces.
Bowel Movements
The process of excreting waste from the digestive tract through the rectum.
Upset Stomach
A disturbance in the digestive system that can cause nausea, vomiting, or indigestion.
- Learn the methodology for creating exact nursing diagnoses through the interpretation of assessment data and evaluative thinking.
Learning Objectives
- Learn the methodology for creating exact nursing diagnoses through the interpretation of assessment data and evaluative thinking.