Asked by Tekyra Harris on Jun 15, 2024
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A patient complains of a vague,uneasy feeling of dread,and has an elevated heart rate.Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for this patient?
A) Anger
B) Fear
C) Anxiety
D) Hopelessness
Uneasy Feeling
A sensation of discomfort, worry, or anxiety that may be caused by various factors, including stress or unfamiliar situations.
Nursing Diagnosis
A clinical judgment about individual, family, or community responses to actual or potential health problems/life processes, providing the basis for selecting nursing interventions.
Anxiety
A mental health condition characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.
- Identify the markers and symptoms characteristic of stress and anxiety.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the markers and symptoms characteristic of stress and anxiety.
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