A Patient Is Newly Diagnosed with Osteoarthritis

question 3

Multiple Choice

A patient is newly diagnosed with osteoarthritis. List the nursing diagnoses for this patient in the order of their priority. Standard Text: Click and drag the options below to move them up or down.
Choice

• A) Imbalanced Nutrition: Less than Body Requirements related to inadequate intake of calcium Choice
• B) Risk for Injury related to effects of change in bone structure secondary to osteoarthritis Choice
• C) Acute Pain of the Lower Spine related to vertebral compression Choice
• D) Deficient Knowledge related to osteoarthritis and treatment to prevent further damage