Multiple Choice
The patient weighs 450 lbs (204.5 kg) and complains of shortness of breath with any exertion.His health care provider has recommended that he begin an exercise program.He states that he can hardly get out of bed and just cannot do anything around the house.To focus on the cause of the patient's complaints,the nurse devises which of the following nursing diagnoses?
A) Activity intolerance related to excessive weight
B) Activity intolerance related to bed rest
C) Impaired gas exchange related to shortness of breath
D) Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements
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