After experiencing a generalized tonic-clonic seizure in the classroom, an elementary school teacher is evaluated and diagnosed with idiopathic epilepsy. The patient cries and tells the nurse, "I can not teach anymore. It will be too difficult for the students if this happens again at work." The most appropriate nursing diagnosis for the patient is

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The data indicate that the patient has ineffective role performance caused by inadequate information about the disease because most patients are able to control seizures with medication. Because the focus of the patient's statement is on career issues, this is a more appropriate diagnosis than anxiety, hopelessness, or disturbed body issues.

After Experiencing a Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure in the Classroom, an Elementary