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Anna Curran. RN, BSN, PHN 
Meningitis is a serious inflammatory condition affecting the meninges – the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This comprehensive guide covers essential nursing diagnoses and evidence-based care plans for managing patients with meningitis. Understanding Meningitis Meningitis can be caused by bacterial, viral, or fungal infections. The condition requires immediate medical attention due to … See Nursing Diagnoses
Falls remain the leading cause of injury in healthcare settings, with research showing that 30-45% of hospital falls result in patient harm. Understanding and implementing proper fall prevention strategies can reduce fall incidents by up to 35%. This comprehensive guide provides evidence-based approaches for assessing, preventing, and managing fall risks in healthcare settings. Understanding Falls … See Nursing Diagnoses
Otitis Media (OM) is an inflammation or infection of the middle ear that commonly affects children but can occur at any age. This nursing diagnosis focuses on identifying and treating ear infection symptoms, preventing complications, and promoting comfort and healing. Causes (Related to) Otitis Media can develop due to various factors that affect middle ear … See Nursing Diagnoses
Impaired walking is when an individual experiences limitation, difficulty, or inability to perform safe and effective ambulation. This nursing diagnosis focuses on identifying factors affecting mobility, implementing interventions to improve walking ability, and preventing complications associated with limited mobility. Causes (Related to) Impaired walking can result from various factors that affect a person’s ability to … See Nursing Diagnoses
Impaired transfer ability is a nursing diagnosis that refers to a limitation in independent movement between two nearby surfaces, such as moving from bed to chair or chair to toilet. This condition requires comprehensive nursing assessment and intervention to promote patient safety, independence, and quality of life. Causes (Related to) Impaired transfer ability can result … See Nursing Diagnoses