A Patient Is Admitted to the Medical Unit with a Diagnosis

Multiple Choice

A patient is admitted to the medical unit with a diagnosis of intestinal obstruction. When planning this patients care, which of the following nursing diagnoses should the nurse prioritize?

A) Ineffective Tissue Perfusion Related to Bowel Ischemia
B) Imbalanced Nutrition: Less Than Body Requirements Related to Impaired Absorption
C) Anxiety Related to Bowel Obstruction and Subsequent Hospitalization
D) Impaired Skin Integrity Related to Bowel Obstruction