A Patient Admitted Yesterday for Injuries Sustained in a Fall

question 15

Multiple Choice

A patient admitted yesterday for injuries sustained in a fall while intoxicated believes snakes are crawling on the bed. The patient is anxious, agitated, and diaphoretic. What is the priority nursing diagnosis?

• A) Disturbed sensory perception
• B) Ineffective coping
• C) Ineffective denial
• D) Risk for injury

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