Anna Curran. RN, BSN, PHN

Anna Curran, RN, BSN, PHN is a Critical Care ER nurse with over 30 years of bedside experience. She has taught BSN and LVN students and began writing study guides to strengthen their knowledge, especially for NCLEX success. Anna founded Nursestudy.net to share evidence‑based nursing diagnoses, care plans, and clinical review materials that support safe, up‑to‑date nursing practice.

Malaria Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan

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nursing diagnosis for malaria

Malaria is a potentially fatal parasitic disease transmitted through the bite of infected Anopheles mosquitoes. Despite being preventable and treatable, malaria remains a significant global health threat, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, and tropical regions. For nurses working in travel medicine clinics, emergency departments, or endemic areas, understanding malaria’s clinical presentation and management is crucial for … See Nursing Diagnoses

Readiness for Discharge Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan

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Readiness for Discharge Nursing Diagnosis

Discharge Readiness for enhanced discharge is a wellness-focused nursing diagnosis that identifies patients who demonstrate motivation and capability to successfully transition from acute care to home or another healthcare setting. Unlike problem-focused diagnoses, this NANDA-approved diagnosis recognizes patients who are actively engaged in discharge preparation and possess the physical, cognitive, and social resources necessary for … See Nursing Diagnoses

Polyhydramnios Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan

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Polyhydramnios

Polyhydramnios is a high-risk pregnancy complication where excess amniotic fluid accumulates in the uterus during gestation. This condition affects 1–3% of pregnancies and can lead to serious maternal and fetal complications including preterm labor, umbilical cord prolapse, placental abruption, and respiratory compromise. As nurses, recognizing the signs of polyhydramnios and implementing evidence-based interventions is critical … See Nursing Diagnoses

Oligohydramnios Nursing Diagnosis and Care Plan

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nursing diagnosis for oligohydramnios

Oligohydramnios is a pregnancy complication characterized by too little amniotic fluid around the fetus, increasing the risk of fetal distress, growth restriction, and adverse perinatal outcomes. Early recognition and structured nursing care are critical to protect maternal–fetal well-being and support safe delivery. Definition and Overview Oligohydramnios is defined as a reduced amniotic fluid volume for … See Nursing Diagnoses

Disturbed Sensory Perception Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plans (NANDA)

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disturbed sensory perception nursing diagnosis

Disturbed sensory perception is a NANDA‑I nursing diagnosis that describes a change in the amount, pattern, or interpretation of incoming stimuli, resulting in a diminished, exaggerated, distorted, or impaired response. These alterations can seriously affect a patient’s safety, communication, and ability to perform activities of daily living, so early recognition and targeted nursing care are … See Nursing Diagnoses