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The Nurse Is Planning Care for an Older Patient with Pneumonia

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The nurse is planning care for an older patient with pneumonia and a stage II pressure ulcer. Which nursing diagnosis would have the greatest priority for this patient's care?


A) Acute Pain related to destruction of tissue
B) Knowledge Deficit related to care of skin disorder
C) Risk for Infection related to impaired skin integrity
D) Potential for Infection related to impaired skin integrity

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