When the newly diagnosed, insulin-dependent diabetic client tells the nurse that he has never received instruction on the administration of injections, an appropriately stated nursing diagnosis for the client is what?

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The most accurate and specific nursing diagnosis is "Deficient knowledge of injection administration as verbalized by the client, related to the lack of instruction and experience" because it directly addresses the client's stated lack of knowledge and experience with injection administration, which is a critical skill for managing insulin-dependent diabetes.

When the Newly Diagnosed, Insulin-Dependent Diabetic Client Tells the Nurse