The nurse is caring for a patient with arthritis who wants to exercise but finds it difficult due to joint pain and stiffness.Which nursing diagnosis is appropriate for this patient?

A) Activity intolerance related to exertional discomfort
B) Noncompliance related to lack of motivation to exercise
C) Unilateral neglect related to health beliefs about chronic illness
D) Powerlessness related to expressions of uncertainty about benefits of exercise

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Jonathon Honorable · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Activity intolerance is the appropriate nursing diagnosis for this patient as joint pain and stiffness is preventing the patient from participating in exercises as desired.The patient desires to exercise so noncompliance related to lack of motivation is not appropriate.Unilateral neglect is a lack of attention to a body part after stroke.The patient has not expressed any uncertainty about the benefits of exercise so powerlessness is not a suitable diagnosis either.

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