Which nursing diagnosis is the highest priority for a patient who had the large intestine removed?

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Risk for deficient fluid volume related to excessive fluid loss in stool as the large intestine functions to absorb water from the stool.Without the large intestine,stools are watery and the patient is at risk for dehydration due to excessive fluid loss.Compromised human dignity,self-care deficit,and social isolation are all lower priority diagnoses.

Which Nursing Diagnosis Is the Highest Priority for a Patient