A client has hyperactive bowel sounds, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and has lost five pounds over the last week.Which type of nursing diagnostic statement should be created for this client?
A)Wellness
B)Two-part
C)Syndrome
D)Three-part

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A three-part nursing diagnostic statement, also known as a PES statement, includes the problem (P), the etiology or cause of the problem (E), and the symptoms or defining characteristics (S). This format is appropriate for the client's situation, as it allows the nurse to specify the problem (e.g., fluid volume deficit), its cause (e.g., excessive fluid loss due to vomiting and diarrhea), and the symptoms or evidence supporting the diagnosis (e.g., hyperactive bowel sounds, weight loss).

A Client Has Hyperactive Bowel Sounds, Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, and Has