The mother of a child admitted after a motor vehicle accident expresses concern about caring for the child's wounds at home. The mother has demonstrated appropriate technique with medication administration and wound care. Which is the priority nursing diagnosis?

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The priority nursing diagnosis is Parental Anxiety related to care of the child at home because the mother expresses concern about caring for the child's wounds at home, indicating anxiety despite demonstrating appropriate technique.

The Mother of a Child Admitted After a Motor Vehicle