A patient with a stroke has progressive development of neurologic deficits with increasing weakness and decreased level of consciousness ( LOC ) . Which nursing diagnosis has the highest priority for the patient?
A) Impaired physical mobility related to weakness
B) Disturbed sensory perception related to brain injury
C) Risk for impaired skin integrity related to immobility
D) Risk for aspiration related to inability to protect airway
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