Nursing Diagnosis Overview
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What is the primary purpose of identifying the etiology in a nursing diagnosis?

  • To assess the patient's emotional wellbeing
  • To formulate a care plan for the patient
  • To identify one or more probable causes of the health problem (correct)
  • To determine the patient's vital signs
  • In the diagnostic process, what is the significance of clustering cues?

  • It helps in establishing a diagnosis without any additional data.
  • It allows for the synthesis of data to identify patterns. (correct)
  • It aids in identifying unrelated signs and symptoms.
  • It confirms the patient's subjective complaints.
  • Which of the following best describes defining characteristics in a nursing diagnosis?

  • The process of analyzing patient data through observation.
  • A cluster of signs and symptoms indicating an actual diagnosis. (correct)
  • Data collected only for risk diagnosis without actual signs.
  • Predetermined risk factors with no evident symptoms.
  • What should be included when identifying gaps and inconsistencies in diagnostic data?

    <p>Ensuring data is complete and correct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a risk diagnosis indicate?

    <p>It identifies factors that cause a client to be more vulnerable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following steps is involved in analyzing data during the diagnostic process?

    <p>Comparing cues with population norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Orem model application for nursing diagnosis, what does an ineffective airway indicate?

    <p>A respiratory issue requiring care intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do cues represent in the context of nursing assessment?

    <p>Signs and symptoms that require careful judgment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the appropriate nursing diagnosis for Muna's concern about her breathing difficulties and anxiety related to her parenting role?

    <p>Anxiety related to difficulty breathing and concerns over work and parenting role.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the basic three-part nursing diagnosis statement identifies the underlying cause of Muna's imbalanced nutrition?

    <p>Illness-related factors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the defining characteristics of Muna's ineffective airway clearance diagnosis?

    <p>Sputum that is yellowish to greenish.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of nursing diagnosis is indicated by Muna's experience of having a productive cough and not sleeping well?

    <p>Basic Three-Part Statement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Muna's case, which factor is NOT identified as contributing to her altered breathing pattern?

    <p>Elevated temperature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nursing diagnosis should be prioritized for Muna, given her symptoms and concerns?

    <p>Ineffective airway clearance due to lung congestion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following additional descriptors would enhance the precision of the nursing diagnosis for Muna's impaired nutrition?

    <p>Acute weight loss related to infection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the nursing diagnosis clearly indicates the observable symptoms Muna is experiencing?

    <p>Signs and Symptoms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the North American Nursing Diagnosis Association (NANDA)?

    <p>To define, refine, and promote a taxonomy of nursing diagnostic terminology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following components is NOT part of a nursing diagnosis as per NANDA guidelines?

    <p>Patient's age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which qualifier indicates that a client's health status is less in size, amount, or degree?

    <p>Decreased</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of nursing diagnosis formulation has been emphasized since its development in 1973?

    <p>Identification of nursing roles in the ambulatory setting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes a nursing diagnosis?

    <p>A clinical judgment about a client's response to health issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step is NOT typically regarded as part of the diagnostic process in nursing?

    <p>Formulating a treatment plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of nursing diagnoses, which term refers to a response that is not generating the desired outcome?

    <p>Ineffective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a nursing diagnosis?

    <p>Activity intolerance related to bed rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Nursing Diagnosis

    • A clinical judgment regarding an individual, family, or community's response to actual or potential health problems
    • Standardized names for the diagnosis are provided by NANDA (diagnostic label or patient problem statement)
    • It is composed of the diagnostic label and etiology
    • For example, "Activity intolerance related to bed rest"

    NANDA

    • Stands for North American Nursing Diagnosis Association
    • It identifies nursing functions, creates a classification system, and establishes diagnostic labels
    • Their goal is to define, refine, and promote a taxonomy of nursing diagnostic terminology for professional use

    Components of a Nursing Diagnosis

    • Problem Statement (diagnostic label) and definition
      • Describes the client’s health problem or response
      • Clearly and concisely defines the client's health status
      • Must be specific
      • May include qualifiers (words that add further meaning)
        • Deficient: Inadequate in amount, quality, or degree—not sufficient.
        • Impaired: Weakened, damaged.
        • Decreased: Less in size, amount, or degree.
        • Ineffective: Not producing the desired effect.
        • Compromised: To make vulnerable to a threat.

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    This quiz explores the essential concepts of nursing diagnosis, including definitions, components, and the NANDA classification system. It aims to enhance understanding of clinical judgments regarding health responses and the terminology used in nursing practices.

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