The nurse is caring for a client with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who has a facial rash and alopecia who tells the nurse, "I hate the way I look! I never go anywhere except here to the health clinic." Which of the following is an appropriate nursingdiagnosis for the client?

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The client's statement about not going anywhere because they hate they way they look supports the diagnosis of social isolation because of embarrassment about the effects of the SLE. Activity intolerance is a possible problem for clients with SLE, but the information about this client does not support this as a diagnosis. The rash with SLE is nonpruritic. There is no evidence of lack of social skills for this client.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Systemic Lupus