Which Nursing Diagnosis Has the Highest Priority for the Patient

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which nursing diagnosis has the highest priority for the patient following a stroke?

• A) Unilateral neglect related to disturbed perception about left side of body
• B) Risk for aspiration related to impaired swallowing and absence of gag reflex
• C) Constipation related to decreased physical activity and medication side effects
• D) Adult failure to thrive related to apathy and depression about physical disability

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Definitions:

Industrial Revolution

A period of major industrialization that took place during the late 1700s and early 1800s, leading to significant changes in technology, economy, and society.

Modern Factory System

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Marginalism

An economic principle that deals with the additional or marginal changes in costs and benefits for a unit increase or decrease in production or consumption.

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