Which Nursing Diagnosis Is the Priority in the Care of a Patient

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which nursing diagnosis is the priority in the care of a patient with a traumatic brain injury in whom a tracheostomy is placed?

• A)Risk for skin breakdown.
• B)Impaired gas exchange.
• C)Ineffective airway clearance.
• D)Risk for infection.

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Goodwill

The excess value of the purchase price over the fair market value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed in a business combination.

Recoverable Amount

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Carrying Amount

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