When caring for clients with neoplasms of the reproductive system,the nurse must begin by assessing the woman's knowledge of the disorder,its management,and prognosis.This assessment should be followed by a nursing diagnosis.Which diagnosis fails to address the psychologic effect of these disorders?
A) Anxiety, related to surgical procedures
B) Disturbed body image, as a result of changes in anatomy
C) Risk for injury, related to lack of skill for self-care
D) Interrupted family processes

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Although risk for injury,related to lack of skill for self-care,is appropriate to this client's condition,this diagnosis is more suited to the client's learning needs than the psychologic effect.Anxiety,related to surgical procedures,is appropriate for addressing psychosocial concerns; the client may also develop anxiety related to the diagnosis and prognosis and whether or not surgery is required.Disturbed body image is an applicable diagnosis; changes in her anatomy and function may also result in low self-esteem and ineffective coping skills.Interrupted family processes is a possible and acceptable diagnosis; functional and anatomic changes may result in the client's inability to fulfill her familial role.Depending on the severity of her condition,interrupted family processes could also lead to social isolation.

When Caring for Clients with Neoplasms of the Reproductive System,the