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 2 kilograms 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.What nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for the woman at this time?

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This patient's clinical cues include weight loss,which would support the nursing diagnosis of Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements.No clinical signs or symptoms support the nursing diagnosis of Deficient fluid volume.This patient reports weight loss,not weight gain.Imbalanced nutrition: more than body requirements is not an appropriate nursing diagnosis.Although the patient reports nervousness,based on the patient's other clinical symptoms the most appropriate nursing diagnosis would be imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements.

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