A patient has a problem that prevents him from shaving himself, tying his shoes, or fixing his meals. He is not physically able to compensate for the problem, so he is in need of assistance. Data support the nursing diagnosis "impaired physical mobility" by what mode of reasoning?
A) Induction
B) Deduction
C) Reduction
D) Reflection

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Taking general assessment data, drawing conclusions, identifying problems or needs, and formulating a plan of care are components of a deductive reasoning process. The nursing process is an example of deductive reasoning because it involves taking data and deducing a plan of care.

A Patient Has a Problem That Prevents Him from Shaving