A 26-year-old primigravida has come to the clinic for her regular prenatal visit at 12 weeks.She appears thin and somewhat nervous.She reports that she eats a well-balanced diet,although her weight is 5 pounds less than it was at her last visit.The results of laboratory studies confirm that she has a hyperthyroid condition.Based on the available data,the nurse formulates a plan of care.Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for the client at this time?

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This client's clinical cues include weight loss,which supports a nursing diagnosis of "Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements." No clinical signs or symptoms support a nursing diagnosis of deficient fluid volume.This client reports weight loss,not weight gain.Although the client reports nervousness,the most appropriate nursing diagnosis,based on the client's other clinical symptoms,is "Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements."

A 26-Year-Old Primigravida Has Come to the Clinic for Her