Asked by Destiny Burks on Jun 04, 2024
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A man was involved in a motor vehicle accident yesterday.He is to be sedated for more than 2 weeks while breathing with the assistance of a mechanical ventilator.Which of the following would be an appropriate nursing diagnosis for him at this time?
A) Risk for Infection related to subcutaneous injuries
B) Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity related to immobility
C) Impaired Tissue Integrity related to ventilator dependency
D) Impaired Skin Integrity related to ventilator dependency
Mechanical Ventilator
A machine that supports or substitutes for a person’s breathing by moving air into and out of the lungs.
Sedated
A state in which a patient is made calm or less anxious through the administration of sedative drugs.
Nursing Diagnosis
A clinical judgment based on a comprehensive nursing assessment of physical, psychological, and social aspects of a patient's condition.
- Formulate nursing diagnoses and care strategies for patients with impaired skin integrity.
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Learning Objectives
- Formulate nursing diagnoses and care strategies for patients with impaired skin integrity.
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