A nurse is caring for a patient experiencing respiratory distress.The physician places an endotracheal tube.The most appropriate nursing diagnosis for this patient is:
A) ineffective coping.
B) risk for infection.
C) altered nutrition: less than body requirements.
D) impaired verbal communication.

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Because of the placement of an endotracheal tube,the patient is unable to speak.The nursing diagnosis of impaired verbal communication is most appropriate.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Experiencing Respiratory Distress