The nurse is caring for a child on bed rest who has severe edema in a left lower leg due to blocked lymphatic drainage. Which is the priority diagnosis for this child?

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The priority diagnosis for this child is Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity as severe edema in a lower leg can cause skin breakdown, leading to potential infection and further complications. The other diagnoses are important to monitor and address but are not as immediately urgent as preventing skin breakdown.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Child on Bed Rest