What Is a Nursing Diagnosis Considered When a Problem Is

question 11

Multiple Choice

What is a nursing diagnosis considered when a problem is suspected but data to support it are lacking?

• A) A syndrome nursing diagnosis
• B) An actual nursing diagnosis
• C) A "risk for" diagnosis
• D) A possible nursing diagnosis

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Definitions:

Cohort

A group of individuals sharing a specific characteristic, typically defined by age, who are studied over a period of time.

Variables

Elements or factors that can change and affect the outcome of scientific experiments or research studies, allowing researchers to determine effects and correlations.

Correlation Coefficient

A statistical measure that indicates the extent to which two variables fluctuate together.

Prejudice

A negative feeling toward an individual based solely on his or her membership in a particular group.