HESI RN Cases Studies: Altered Nutrition

HESI RN Cases Studies: Altered NutritionIn developing the nursing plan of care, which problem has the highest priority? A. Aspiration B. Skin Breakdown C. Altered nutrition D. Self care deficit Rationale: Aspiration, or the entry of foreign substances such as food or fluids into the lungs, may cause hypoxia or respiratory distress. Therefore, this is the highest priority in establishing the client's plan of care. 2. After establishing priorities, what action should the nurse take next ...