A Patient Who Has Bacterial Endophthalmitis in the Left Eye

question 32

Multiple Choice

A patient who has bacterial endophthalmitis in the left eye is restless, frequently asking whether the eye is healing and whether removal of the eye will be necessary. Based on the assessment data, which nursing diagnosis is appropriate?

• A) Grieving related to current loss of functional vision
• B) Anxiety related to the possibility of permanent vision loss
• C) Situational low self-esteem related to loss of visual function
• D) Risk for falls related to inability to see environmental hazards

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