Which Nursing Diagnostic Statement Is Accurately Written for a Patient

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which nursing diagnostic statement is accurately written for a patient with a medical diagnosis of pneumonia?

• A) Risk for infection related to lower lobe infiltrate
• B) Risk for deficient fluid volume related to dehydration
• C) Impaired gas exchange related to alveolar-capillary membrane changes
• D) Ineffective breathing pattern related to pneumonia

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Definitions:

Punishment

The imposition of a penalty or unpleasant consequence in response to an undesirable behavior, aimed at reducing or eliminating that behavior.

Extinction

In behavioral psychology, the gradual weakening and eventual disappearance of a conditioned response.

Desirable Behaviors

Actions or conduct considered appealing or appropriate by a group, culture, or society, often encouraged or rewarded.

Reinforce

To strengthen a behavior, action, or concept, usually through repetition or reward.