Multiple Choice
The nurse admits a 70-year-old female to the long-term care facility. While assisting with the assessment, the nurse notes that the patient's husband died 2 months ago and that she has pain daily in her deformed hands from rheumatoid arthritis, needs assistance to dress herself, and has become incontinent of urine. What is the most appropriate nursing diagnosis for this patient?
A) Risk for disturbed self-perception
B) Powerlessness
C) Hopelessness
D) Impaired social reaction
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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