When the nurse is caring for a client with progressive systemic sclerosis (PSS), the highest-priority nursing diagnosis would be
A) Constipation.
B) Disturbed Thought Processes.
C) Risk for Imbalanced Body Temperature.
D) Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity.

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Nursing interventions are directed at the control of manifestations. One of the major areas of concern is skin care to prevent breakdown and ulceration. Clients with PSS can have gastrointestinal disturbances such as constipation or diarrhea. They also have to avoid becoming cold. Disturbed Thought Processes is not a typical nursing diagnosis for the client with PSS.

When the Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Progressive