The nurse is caring for a patient who must lay flat in bed for several days after spinal surgery.Which is the priority nursing diagnosis for this patient?

A) Impaired social interaction related to prolonged bed rest
B) Toileting self-care deficit related to inability to use the restroom
C) Ineffective breathing pattern related to prolonged supine position
D) Ineffective thermoregulation related to lengthy period of immobility

Ineffective Breathing Pattern

A respiratory condition marked by the inability to breathe in an optimal or efficient manner, potentially leading to insufficient oxygenation or removal of carbon dioxide from the body.

Spinal Surgery

Surgical procedure(s) aimed at correcting or stabilizing the spine to relieve pain or address spinal disorders.

Supine Position

Lying on the back with the face upwards, a position used in various medical examinations and interventions.