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“Impaired foot health” as a diagnosis

Discussion in 'General Issues and Discussion Forum' started by NewsBot, Jul 28, 2024.

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    Making room for occupational health nursing in Nanda-I: “Impaired foot health” as a diagnosis
    Rafael A. Bernardes MSc, RN, Sílvia Caldeira PhD, MSc, RN, Arménio Cruz PhD, MSc, RN
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    Tell me about the difference between a medical diagnosis and a nursing diagnosis

    The differences between a medical diagnosis and a nursing diagnosis are foundational to the distinct roles that doctors and nurses play in healthcare. Here’s a breakdown of each:
    Medical Diagnosis

    • Definition: A medical diagnosis identifies a disease or medical condition based on a patient’s symptoms, medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests.
    • Purpose: Focuses on identifying and treating the disease or medical condition itself.
    • Scope: Addresses the pathology and the root cause of a patient's health issue.
    • Responsibility: Made by physicians, nurse practitioners, and other licensed healthcare providers.
    • Example: Diagnosing diabetes mellitus, hypertension, or a fractured bone.
    Nursing Diagnosis

    • Definition: A nursing diagnosis identifies a patient's response to health conditions or life processes, which can be actual or potential health problems.
    • Purpose: Focuses on the patient’s holistic needs, including physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects, and aims to promote overall well-being and quality of life.
    • Scope: Addresses patient care problems that nurses can independently manage through nursing interventions.
    • Responsibility: Made by registered nurses (RNs) using standardized language and frameworks such as NANDA (North American Nursing Diagnosis Association).
    • Example: Diagnosing “Risk for Infection,” “Ineffective Coping,” or “Impaired Mobility.”
    Key Differences

    • Focus: Medical diagnosis concentrates on disease and pathology; nursing diagnosis focuses on the patient's response to illness and care needs.
    • Interventions: Medical diagnosis leads to medical treatments like medications or surgeries; nursing diagnosis guides nursing interventions like education, comfort measures, and support.
    • Authority: Medical diagnosis is the responsibility of physicians and similar healthcare providers; nursing diagnosis is the responsibility of registered nurses.
    Example Scenario

    • Medical Diagnosis: A patient with a broken leg might receive a medical diagnosis of a “Tibial Fracture.”
    • Nursing Diagnosis: The same patient might receive nursing diagnoses such as “Acute Pain,” “Impaired Physical Mobility,” and “Risk for Infection” due to the fracture and related treatments.
    Understanding these differences helps ensure comprehensive patient care by addressing both the disease and the holistic needs of the patient.
     
  3. Gro

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    Wow it really gives a charity between a nurse and a medical services provided
     
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