When caring for a client diagnosed with new onset diabetes,the nurse identifies the client's need for information about aspects of self-care as it related to the new diagnosis.Which of these nursing diagnoses would the nurse recognize is MOST applicable to this client?
A)ineffective self-health management
B)risk for noncompliance
C)deficient knowledge
D)impaired home maintenance management

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Client teaching is an essential function of every nurse,regardless of practice setting.All clients need information about disease prevention,growth and development,safety,hygiene,nutrition,and first aid.During hospitalization,clients need information about their health problems,the prescribed treatment regimen,and the environment of the health care facility.Prior to discharge,clients need information about postdischarge care related to activity,medications,dietary modifications,prevention of complications,and plans for rehabilitation.

When Caring for a Client Diagnosed with New Onset Diabetes,the