The Nurse Admits a Patient Who Is Scheduled for Surgery

The nurse admits a patient who is scheduled for surgery tomorrow morning.The nursing admission assessment indicates that the patient is mildly anxious about the procedure,does not drink alcohol or smoke,is married with two children,and is allergic to kiwi,avocados,and penicillin.The nurse identifies the priority nursing diagnosis for this patient as:

A) Fear
B) Anxiety
C) Risk for Latex Allergy Response
D) Ineffective Airway Clearance

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