Which nursing diagnosis is the most commonly used among patients who are affected with fibromyalgia?
A- Decreased self care in the activities of daily living related to fatigue
B- Impaired mental functioning related to electrolyte imbalances
C- Increased vigilance secondary to electrolyte imbalances
D- At risk for a swallowing disorder related to fibromyalgia
Correct Response: A
The signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia include widespread aching, muscle stiffness, fatigue and sleep disorders. The degree of fatigue can be so severe that the patient is unable to even perform the activities of daily living. Fibromyalgia, a chronic disorder associated with periods of exacerbation and remission is not associated with a swallowing disorder, hypervigilance, mental functioning alterations or electrolyte imbalances.
A- Decreased self care in the activities of daily living related to fatigue
B- Impaired mental functioning related to electrolyte imbalances
C- Increased vigilance secondary to electrolyte imbalances
D- At risk for a swallowing disorder related to fibromyalgia
Correct Response: A
The signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia include widespread aching, muscle stiffness, fatigue and sleep disorders. The degree of fatigue can be so severe that the patient is unable to even perform the activities of daily living. Fibromyalgia, a chronic disorder associated with periods of exacerbation and remission is not associated with a swallowing disorder, hypervigilance, mental functioning alterations or electrolyte imbalances.
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