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Nichellet Sherman
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A patient complains of a vague,uneasy feeling of dread,and his heart rate is elevated.Which of the following nursing diagnoses is most appropriate for this patient?

A) Anger
B) Fear
C) Anxiety
D) Hopelessness

Nursing Diagnoses

Clinical judgments about individual, family, or community experiences/responses to actual or potential health problems/life processes.

Uneasy Feeling

A sensation of discomfort or worry that may not have a specific, identifiable source, often reflective of anxiety or apprehension about a situation or event.

Elevated Heart Rate

A heart rate that is higher than normal, which can be a response to physical exertion, stress, illness, or other factors.

  • Construct nursing management plans focused on the mental and physical responses of individuals to stress.
  • Engage coping techniques and spot maladaptive reactions among patients.
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