The Nurse Is Creating a Plan of Care for a Patient

question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse is creating a plan of care for a patient with a new diagnosis of hypertension. Which is a potential human needs statement for the patient taking antihypertensive medications?

• A) Altered GI elimination (diarrhea)
• B) Altered sexual function
• C) Altered urinary elimination (urge incontinence)
• D) Need for effective perception

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Definitions:

Ethical Values

Principles that govern the behavior of an individual or organization, often reflecting what is deemed as morally right or acceptable.

Formalized Rules

Officially established regulations and procedures that are defined and enforced by an organization or institution to guide behavior and operations.