HESI RN Cases Studies: Altered Nutrition

In developing the nursing plan of care, which problem has the highest priority? A. Aspiration B. Skin Breakdown C. Altered nutrition D. Self care deficit After establishing priorities, what action should the nurse take next in developing Mrs. Rusk's plan of care? A. Analyze data B. Establish goals C. Complete an assessment D. Implement interventions INTERPROFESSIONAL COLLABORATION In developing the plan of care, the nurse recognizes that Mrs. Rusk's dysphagia may impact her fluid ...

HESI RN Cases Studies: Altered Nutrition 1. In developing the nursing plan of care, which problem has the highest priority? A. Aspiration B. Skin Breakdown C. Altered nutrition D. Self care deficit Rationale: Aspiration, or the entry of foreign substances such as food or fluids into the lungs, may cause hypoxia or respiratory distress. Therefore, this is the highest priority in establishing the client's plan of care. 2. After establishing priorities, what action should the nurse take next in...

HESI RN Cases Studies: Altered Nutrition