Which nursing diagnosis is mostappropriate for a patient who has heart failure and is experiencing depression after the death of a spouse. The patient complains of an inability to sleep through the night, appears disheveled in unwashed clothes, and does not express an interest in regular activities of daily living.? c. Imbalanced nutrition b. Difficulty coping a. Fatigue d. Impaired social interaction
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This is indicated by their lack of interest in daily activities, inability to sleep, and overall disheveled appearance. Secondly, the patient is also dealing with heart failure, a physical health issue. Given these factors, the most appropriate nursing diagnosis Show more…
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