1.
Altered Bowel Elimination
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Related to: The presence of a tumor and gastrointestinal symptoms such
as obstruction or changes in bowel habits.
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As evidenced by: Changes in stool consistency, frequency of bowel
movements, or reports of constipation or diarrhea.
2.
Acute Pain
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3.
Related to: Tumor growth and gastrointestinal disturbances.
As evidenced by: Patient reports of pain, facial grimacing, guarding
behavior, or changes in vital signs indicative of pain.
Imbalanced Nutrition: Less Than Body Requirements
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Related to: Decreased appetite due to cancer metabolism and treatment
side effects (e.g., nausea).
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As evidenced by: Weight loss, decreased food intake, or laboratory
values indicating malnutrition.
4.
Anxiety
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Related to: Cancer diagnosis and uncertainties regarding treatment
outcomes.
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5.
As evidenced by: Patient verbalizations of worry, restlessness, difficulty
concentrating, or physiological signs such as increased heart rate.
Risk for Infection
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Related to: Immunosuppression from chemotherapy and surgical
interventions.
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6.
As evidenced by: No current signs of infection but potential risk factors
present (e.g., neutropenia).
Death Anxiety
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Related to: Anticipation of pain and the impact of the cancer diagnosis on
life expectancy.
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As evidenced by: Expressions of fear regarding death, withdrawal from
social interactions, or changes in mood.
7.
Fatigue
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Related to: The disease process itself and treatment regimens
(chemotherapy/radiation).
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As evidenced by: Patient reports of tiredness that interferes with daily
activities or assessments indicating decreased energy levels.