NANDA-1 Nursing Diagnosis: Definitions & Classification 2007-2008
A B C D E F G H I K L M N O P R S T U V W
- ACTIVITY INTOLERANCE
(1982) - Back to Top
- Definition Insufficient physiological or psychological energy to endure or complete required or desired daily activities
- RISK FOR ACTIVITY INTOLERANCE
(1982)
- Definition At risk for experiencing insufficient physiological or psychological energy to endure or complete required or desired daily activities
- INEFFECTIVE AIRWAY CLEARANCE
(1980, 1996, 1998)
- Definition Inability to clear secretions or obstructions from the respiratory tract to maintain a clear airway
- LATEX ALLERGY RESPONSE
(1998, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A hypersensitive reaction to natural latex rubber protein products
- RISK FOR LATEX ALLERGY RESPONSE
(1998, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Risk of hypersensitivity to natural latex rubber products
- ANXIETY
(1973, 1982, 1998)
- Definition Vague uneasy feeling of discomfort or dread accompanied by an autonomic response (the source often nonspecific or unknown to the individual); a feeling of apprehension caused by anticipation of danger. It is an alerting signal that warns of impending danger and enables the individual to take measures to deal with threat.
- DEATH ANXIETY
(1998, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Vague uneasy feeling of discomfort or dread generated by perceptions of a real or imagined threat to ones existence
- RISK FOR ASPIRATION
(1988)
- Definition At risk for entry of gastrointestinal secretions, oropharyngeal secretions, solids, or fluids into tracheobronchial passages
- RISK FOR IMPAIRED PARENT/CHILD ATTACHMENT
(1994)
- Definition Disruption of the interactive process between parent/significant other and child/infant that fosters the development of a protective and nurturing reciprocal relationship
- AUTONOMIC DYSREFLEXIA
(1988)
- Definition Life-threatening, uninhibited sympathetic response of the nervous system to a noxious stimulus after a spinal cord injury at T7 or above
- RISK FOR AUTONOMIC DYSREFLEXIA
(1998, 2000)
- Definition At risk for life-threatening, uninhibited response of the sympathetic nervous system, post spinal shock, in an individual with spinal cord injury or lesion at T6 or above (has been demonstrated in patients with injuries at T7 and T8)
- RISK-PRONE HEALTH BEHAVIOR*
(1986, 1998, 2006, LOE 2.1) - Back to Top
- Definition Inability to modify lifestyle/behaviors in a manner consistent with a change in health status
* Previously titled Impaired Adjustment - DISTURBED BODY IMAGE
(1973, 1998)
- Definition Confusion in mental picture of one's physicial self
- BOWEL INCONTINENCE
(1975, 1998)
- Definition Change in normal bowel habits characterized by involuntary passage of stool
- EFFECTIVE BREASTFEEDING
(1990)
- Definition Mother-infant dyad/family exhibits adequate proficiency and satisfaction with breastfeeding process
- INTERRUPTED BREASTFEEDING
(1992)
- Definition Break in the continuity of the breastfeeding process as a result of inability or inadvisability to put baby to breast for feeding
- INEFFECTIVE BREATHING PATTERN
(1980, 1996, 1998)
- Definition Inspiration and/or expiration that does not provide adequate ventilation
- DECREASED CARDIAC OUTPUT
(1975, 1996, 2000) - Back to Top
- Definition Inadequate blood pumped by the heart to meet metabolic demands of the body
- CAREGIVER ROLE STRAIN
(1992, 1998, 2000)
- Definition Difficulty in performing family caregiver role
- RISK FOR CAREGIVER ROLE STRAIN
(1992)
- Definition Caregiver is vulnerable for felt difficulty in performing the family caregiver role
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED COMFORT
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of ease, relief, and transcendence in physical, psychospiritual, environmental, and/or social dimensions that can be strengthened
- IMPAIRED VERBAL COMMUNICATION
(1983, 1996, 1998)
- Definition Decreased, delayed, or absent ability to receive, process, transmit, and/or use a system of symbols
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED COMMUNICATION
(2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of exchanging information and ideas with others that is sufficient for meeting ones needs and lifes goals, and can be strengthened
- DECISIONAL CONFLICT
(1988, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Uncertainty about course of action to be taken when choice among competing actions involves risk, loss or, challenge to values and beliefs
- PARENTAL ROLE CONFLICT
(1988)
- Definition Parent experience of role confusion and conflict in response to crisis
- ACUTE CONFUSION
(1994, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Abrupt onset of reversible disturbances of consciousness, attention, cognition, and perception that develop over a short period of time
- CHRONIC CONFUSION
(1994)
- Definition Irreversible, long-standing, and/or progressive deterioration of intellect and personality characterized by decreased ability to interpret environmental stimuli; decreased capacity for intellectual though processes; and manifested by disturbances of memory, orientation, and behavior
- RISK FOR ACUTE CONFUSION
(2006, LOE 2.2)
- Definition At risk for reversible disturbances of consciousness, attention, cognition, and perception that develop over a short period of time
- CONSTIPATION
(1975, 1998)
- Definition Decrease in normal frequency of defecation accompanied by difficult or incomplete passage of stool and/or passage of exessively hard, dry stool
- PERCEIVED CONSTIPATION
(1988)
- Definition Self-diagnosis of constipation and abuse of laxatives, enemas, and suppositories to ensure a daily bowel movement
- RISK FOR CONSTIPATION
(1998)
- Definition At risk for a decrease in normal frequency of defecation accompanied by difficult or incomplete passage of stool and/or passage of exessively hard, dry stool
- CONTAMINATION
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Exposure to environmental contaminants in doses sufficient to cause adverse health effects
- RISK FOR CONTAMINATION
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Accentuated risk of exposure to environmental contaminants in doses sufficient to cause adverse health effects
- COMPROMISED FAMILY COPING
(1980, 1996)
- Definition Usually supportive primary person (family member or close friend) provides insufficient, ineffective, or compromised support, comfort, assistance, or encouragement that may be needed by the client to manage or master adaptive tasks related to his/her health challenge
- DEFENSIVE COPING
(1988)
- Definition Repeated projection of falsely positive self-evaluation based on a self-protective pattern that defends against underlying perceived threats to positive self-regard
- DISABLED FAMILY COPING INEFFECTIVE COPING
(1980, 1996)
- Definition Behavior of significant person (family member or other primary person) that disables his/her capacities and the clients capacities to effectively address tasks essential to either persons adaption to the health challenge
- INEFFECTIVE COPING
(1978, 1998)
- Definition Inability to form a valid appraisal of the stressors, inadequate choices of practiced responses, and/or inability to use available resources
- INEFFECTIVE COMMUNITY COPING
(1994, 1998)
- Definition Pattern of community activities for adaptation and problem solving that is unsatisfactory for meeting the demands or needs of the community
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED COPING
(2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of cognitive and behavioral efforts to manage demands that is sufficient for well-being and can be strengthened
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED COMMUNITY COPING
(1994)
- Definition Pattern of community activities for adaptation and problem solving that is satisfactory for meeting the demands or needs of the community but can be improved for management of current and future problems/stressors
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED FAMILY COPING
(1980)
- Definition Effective management of adaptive tasks by family member involved with the clients health challenge, who now exhibits desire and readiness for enhanced health and growth in regard to self and in relation to the client
- RISK FOR SUDDEN INFANT DEATH SYNDROME
(2002, LOE 3.3) - Back to Top
- Definition Presence of risk factors for sudden death of an infant under 1 year of age
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED DECISION MAKING
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of choosing courses of action that is sufficient for meeting short and long term health-related goals and can be strengthened
- INEFFECTIVE DENIAL
(1988, 2006, LOE 2.1)Definition Conscious or unconscious attempt to disavow the knowledge or meaning of an event to reduce anxiety/fear, but leading to the detriment of health - IMPAIRED DENTITION
(1998)
- Definition Disruption in tooth development/eruption patterns or structural integrity of individual teeth
- RISK FOR DELAYED DEVELOPMENT
(1998)
- Definition At risk for delay of 25% or more in one or more of the areas of social or self-regulatory behavior, or in cognitive, language, gross or fine motor skills
- DIARRHEA
(1975, 1998)
- Definition Passage of loose, unformed stools
- RISK FOR COMPROMISED HUMAN DIGNITY
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition At risk for perceived loss of respect and honor
- MORAL DISTESS
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Response to the inability to carry out ones chosen ethical/moral decision/action
- RISK FOR DISUSE SYNDROME
(1988)
- Definition At risk for deterioration of body systems as the result of prescribed or unavoidable musculoskeletal inactivity
- DEFICIENT DIVERSIONAL ACTIVITY
(1980)
- Definition Decreased stimulation from (or interest or engagement in) recreational or leisure activities
- DISTURBED ENERGY FIELD
(1994, 2004, LOE 2.1) - Back to Top
- Definition Disruption of the flow of energy surrounding a persons being results in disharmony of the body, mind, and/or spirit
- IMPAIRED ENVIRONMENTAL INTERPRETATION SYNDROME
(1994)
- Definition Consistent lack of orientation to person, place, time, or circumstances over more than 3 to 6 months necessitating a protective environment
- ADULT FAILURE TO THRIVE
(1998) - Back to Top
- Definition Progressive functional deterioration of a physical and cognitive nature. The individuals ability to live with multisystem diseases, cope with ensuing problems, and manage his/her care are remarkably diminished.
- RISK FOR FALLS
(2000)
- Definition Increased susceptibility to falling that may cause physical harm
- DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY PROCESSES: ALCOHOLISM
(1994)
- Definition Psychosocial, spiritual, and physiological functions of the family unit are chronically disorganized, which leads to conflict, denial of problems, resistance to change, ineffective problem solving, and a series of self-perpetuating crises
- INTERRUPTED FAMILY PROCESSES
(1982, 1998)
- Definition Change in family relationships and/or functioning
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED FAMILY PROCESSES
(2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of family functioning that is sufficient to support the well-being of family members and can be strengthened
- FATIGUE
(1988, 1998)
- Definition An overwhelming sustained sense of exhaustion and decreased capacity for physical and mental work at usual level
- FEAR
(1980, 1996, 2000)
- Definition Response to perceived threat that is consciously recognized as a danger
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED FLUID BALANCE
(2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of equilibrium between fluid volume and chemical composition of body fluids that is sufficient for meeting physical needs and can be strengthened
- DEFICIENT FLUID VOLUME
(1978, 1996)
- Definition Decreased intravascular, interstitial, and/or intra-Definition Increased isotonic fluid retention cellular fluid. This refers to dehydration, water loss alone without change in sodium.
- EXCESS FLUID VOLUME
(1982, 1996)
- Definition Increased isotonic fluid retention
- RISK FOR DEFICIENT FLUID VOLUME
(1978)
- Definition At risk for experiencing vacular, cellular, or intracellular dehydration
- RISK FOR IMBALANCED FLUID VOLUME
(1998)
- Definition At risk for a decrease, increase, or rapid shift from one to the other of intravascular, interstitial, and/or intracellular fluid. This refers to body fluid loss, gain, or both.
- IMPAIRED GAS EXCHANGE
(1980, 1996, 1998) - Back to Top
- Definition Excess or deficit in oxygenation and/or carbon dioxide elimination at the alveolar-capillary membrane
- RISK FOR UNSTABLE BLOOD GLUCOSE
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Risk for variation of blood glucose/sugar levels from the normal range
- GRIEVING*
(1980, 1996, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A normal complex process that includes emotional, physical, spiritual, social, and intellectual responses and behaviors by which individuals, families, and communities incorporate an actual, anticipated, or perceived loss into their daily lives
* Previously titled "Anticipatory Grieving - COMPLICATED GRIEVING*
(1980, 1986, 2004, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A disorder that occurs after the death of a significant other, in which the experience of distress accompanying bereavement fails to follow normative expectations and manifests in functional impairment
* Previously titled "Dysfunctional Grieving" - RISK FOR COMPLICATED GRIEVING*
(2004, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition At risk for a disorder that occurs after the death of a significant other, in which the experience of distress accompanying bereavement fails to follow normative expectations and manifests in functional impairment
* Previously titled "Risk for Dysfunctional Grieving" - DELAYED GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
(1986)
- Definition Deviations from age-group norms
- RISK FOR DISPROPORTIONATE GROWTH
(1998)
- Definition At risk for growth above the 97th percentile or below the 3rd percentile for age, crossing two percentile channels
- INEFFECTIVE HEALTH MAINTENANCE
(1982) - Back to Top
- Definition Inability to identify, manage, and/or seek out help to maintain health
- HEALTH-SEEKING BEHAVIORS (Specify)
(1988)
- Definition Active seeking (by a person in stable health) of ways to alter personal health habits and/or the environment in order to move toward a higher level of health
- IMPAIRED HOME MAINTENANCE
(1980)
- Definition Inability to independently maintain a safe growth-promoting immediate environment
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED HOPE
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of expectations and desires that is sufficient for mobilizing energy on one's own behalf and can be strengthened
- HOPELESSNESS
(1986)
- Definition Subjective state in which an individual sees limited or no alternatives or personal choices available and is unable to mobilize energy on own behalf
- RISK FOR COMPROMISED HUMAN DIGNITY
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition At risk for perceived loss of respect and honor
- HYPERTHERMIA
(1986)
- Definition Body temperature elevated above normal range
- HYPOTHERMIA
(1986, 1988)
- Definition Body temperature below normal range
- DISTURBED PERSONAL IDENTITY
(1978) - Back to Top
- Definition Inability to distinguish between self and nonself
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED IMMUNIZATION STATUS
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of conforming to local, national, and/or international standards of immunization to prevent infectious disease(s) that is sufficient to protect a person, family, or community and can be strengthened
- FUNCTIONAL URINARY INCONTINENCE
(1986, 1998)
- Definition Inability of usually continent person to reach toilet in time to avoid unintentional loss of urine
- OVERFLOW URINARY INCONTINENCE
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Involuntary loss of urine associated with overdistention of the bladder
- REFLEX URINARY INCONTINENCE
(1986, 1998)
- Definition Involuntary loss of urine at somewhat predictable intervals when a specific bladder volume is reached
- STRESS URINARY INCONTINENCE
(1986, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Sudden leakage of urine with activities that increase intra-abdominal pressure
- TOTAL URINARY INCONTINENCE
(1986)
- Definition Continuous and unpredictable loss of urine
- URGE URINARY INCONTINENCE
(1986, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Involuntary passage of urine occurring soon after a strong sense of urgency to void
- RISK OR URGE URINARY INCONTINENCE
(1998)
- Definition At risk for involuntary loss of urine associated with a sudden, strong sensation or urinary urgency
- DISORGANIZED INFANT BEHAVIOR
(1994, 1998)
- Definition Disintegrated physiological and neurobehavioral responses of infant to the environment
- RISK FOR DISORGANIZED INFANT BEHAVIOR
(1994)
- DefinitionRisk for alteration in integrating and modulation of the physiological and behavioral systems of functioning (i.e., autonomic, motor, state, organizational, self-regulatory, and attentional-interactional systems)
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED ORGANIZED INFANT BEHAVIOR
(1994)
- Definition A pattern of modulation of the physiologic and behavioral systems of functioning (i.e., autonomic, motor, state-organizational, self-regulatory, and attentional-interac-tional systems) in an infant that is satisfactory but that can be improved
- INEFFECTIVE INFANT FEEDING PATTERN
(1992, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Impaired ability of an infant to suck or coordinate the suck/swallow response resulting in inadequate oral nutrition for metabolic needs
- RISK FOR INFECTION
(1986)
- Definition At increased risk for being invaded by pathogenic organisms
- RISK FOR INJURY
(1978)
- Definition At risk of injury as a result of environmental conditions interacting with the individual's adaptive and defensive resources
- RISK FOR PERIOPERATIVE-POSITIONING INJURY
(1994, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition At risk for inadvertent anatomical and physical changes as a result of posture or equipment used during an invasive/surgical procedure
- INSOMNIA*
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A disruption in amount and quality of sleep that impairs functioning
* Previously titled "Disturbed Sleep Pattern" - DECREASED INTRACRANIAL ADAPTIVE CAPACITY
(1994)
- Definition Intracranial fluid dynamic mechanisms that normally compensate for increases in intracranial volumes are compromised, resulting in repeated disproportionate increases in intracranial pressure (ICP) in response to a variety of noxious and nonnoxious stimuli
- DEFICIENT KNOWLEDGE (Specify)
(1980) - Back to Top
- Definition Absence or deficiency of cognitive information related to a specific topic
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED KNOWLEDGE
(2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition The presence or acquisition of cognitive information related to a specific topic is sufficient for meeting health-related goals and can be strengthened
- SEDENTARY LIFESTYLE
(2004, LOE 2.1) - Back to Top
- Definition Reports a habit of life that is characterized by a low physical activity level
- RISK FOR IMPAIRED LIVER FUNCTION
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition At risk for liver dysfunction
- RISK FOR LONELINESS
(1994, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition At risk for experiencing discomfort associated with a desire or need for more contact with others
- IMPAIRED MEMORY
(1994) - Back to Top
- Definition Inability to remember or recall bits of information or behavioral skills
- IMPAIRED BED MOBILITY
(1998, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Limitation of independent movement from one bed position to another
- IMPAIRED PHYSICAL MOBILITY
(1973, 1998)
- Definition Limitation in independent, purposeful physical movement of the body or of one or more extremities
- IMPAIRED WHEELCHAIR MOBILITY
(1998, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Limitation of independent operation of wheelchair within environment
- NAUSEA
(1998, 2002, LOE 2.1) - Back to Top
- Definition A subjective unpleasant, wavelike sensation in the back of the throat, epigastrium, or abdomen that may lead to the urge or need to vomit
- UNILATERAL NEGLECT
(1986, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Impairment in sensory and motor response, mental representation, and spatial attention of the body and the corresponding environment characterized by inattention to one side and overattention to the opposite side. Left side neglect is more severe and persistent than right side neglect.
- NONCOMPLIANCE
(1973, 1996, 1998)
- Definition Behavior of person and/or caregiver that fails to coincide with a health-promoting or therapeutic plan agreed on by the person (and/or family and/or community) and healthcare professional. In the presence of an agreed-on health-promoting or therapeutic plan, person's or caregiver's behavior is fully or partially nonadherent and may lead to clinically ineffective or partially ineffective outcomes.
- IMBALANCED NUTRITION: LESS THAN BODY REQUIREMENTS
(1975, 2000)
- Definition Intake of nutrients insufficient to meet metabolic needs
- IMBALANCED NUTRITION: MORE THAN BODY REQUIREMENTS
(1975, 2000)
- Definition Intake of nutrients that exceeds metabolic needs
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED NUTRITION
(2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of nutrient intake that is sufficient for meeting metabolic needs and can be strengthened
- RISK FOR IMBALANCED NUTRITION: MORE THAN BODY REQUIREMENTS
(1980, 2000)
- Definition At risk for an intake of nutrients that exceeds metabolic needs
- IMPAIRED ORAL MUCOUS MEMBRANE
(1982, 1998) - Back to Top
- Definition Distruption of the lips and/or soft tissue of the oral cavity
- ACUTE PAIN
(1996) - Back to Top
- Definition Unpleasant sensory and emotional experience arising from actual or potential tissue damage or described in terms of such damage (International Association for the Study of Pain); sudden or slow onset of any intensity from mild to severe with an anticipated or predictable end and a duration of less than 6 months
- CHRONIC PAIN
(1986, 1996)
- Definition Unpleasant sensory and emotional experience arising from actual or potential tissue damage or described in terms of such damage (International Association for the Study of Pain); sudden or slow onset of any intensity from mild to severe, constant or recurring without an anticipated or predictable end and a duration of greater than 6 months
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED PARENTING
(2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of providing an environment for children or other dependent person(s) that is sufficient to nurture growth and development and can be strengthened
- IMPAIRED PARENTING
(1978, 1998)
- Definition Inability of the primary caretaker to create, maintain, or regain an environment that promotes the optimum growth and development of the child
- RISK FOR IMPAIRED PARENTING
(1978, 1998)
- Definition Risk for inability of the primary caretaker to create, maintain, or regain an environment that promotes the optimum growth and development of the child
- RISK FOR PERIPHERAL NEUROVASCULAR DYSFUNCTION
(1992)
- Definition At risk for disruption in circulation, sensation, or motion of an extremity
- RISK FOR POISONING
(1980, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Accentuated risk of accidental exposure to, or ingestion of, drugs or dangerous products in doses sufficient to cause poisoning
- POST-TRAUMA SYNDROME
(1986, 1998)
- Definition Sustained maladaptive response to a traumatic, overwhelming event
- RISK FOR POST-TRAUMA SYNDROME
(1998)
- Definition At risk for sustained maladaptive response to a traumatic, overwhelming event
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED POWER
(2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of participating knowingly in change that is sufficient for well-being and can be strengthened
- POWERLESSNESS
(1982)
- Definition Perception that ones own action will not significantly affect an outcome; a perceived lack of control over a current situation or immediate happening
- RISK FOR POWERLESSNESS
(2000)
- Definition At risk for perceived lack of control over a situation and/or ones ability to significantly affect an outcome
- INEFFECTIVE PROTECTION
(1990)
- Definition Decrease in the ability to guard self from internal or external threats such as illness or injury
- RAPE-TRAUMA SYNDROME
(1980, 1998) - Back to Top
- Definition Sustained maladaptive response to a forced, violent sexual penetration against the victims will and consent
- RAPE-TRAUMA SYNDROME: COMPOUND REACTION
(1980)
- Definition Forced violent sexual penetration against the vic-tims will and consent. The trauma syndrome that develops from this attack or attempted attack includes an acute phase of disorganization of the victims lifestyle and a long-term process of reorganization of lifestyle.
- RAPE-TRAUMA SYNDROME: SILENT REACTION
(1980)
- Definition Forced violent sexual penetration against the victims will and consent. The trauma syndrome that develops from this attack or attempted attack includes an acute phase of disorganization of the victims lifestyle and a long-term process of reorganization of lifestyle.
- IMPAIRED RELIGIOSITY*
(2004, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Impaired ability to exercise reliance on beliefs and/or participate in rituals of a particular faith tradition
* The DDC recognized that the term "religiosity" may be culture specific, however, the term is useful in the U.S. and is well-supported in the U.S. literature. - READINESS FOR ENHANCED RELIGIOSITY*
(2004, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Ability to increase reliance on religious beliefs and/or participate in rituals of a particular faith tradition
* The DDC recognizes that the term religiosity may be culture specific; however, the term is useful in the U.S. and is well-supported in the U.S. literature. - RISK FOR IMPAIRED RELIGIOSITY*
(2004, LOE 2.1)
- Definition At risk for an impaired ability to exercise reliance on religious beliefs and/or participate in rituals of a particular faith tradition
* The DDC recognizes that the term religiosity may be culture specific; however, the term is useful in the U.S. and is well-supported in the U.S. literature. - RELOCATION STRESS SYNDROME
(1992, 2000)
- Definition Physiological and/or psychosocial disturbance following transfer from one environment to another
- RISK FOR RELOCATION STRESS SYNDROME
(2000)
- Definition At risk for physiological and/or psychosocial disturbance following transfer from one environment to another
- INEFFECTIVE ROLE PERFORMANCE
(1978, 1996, 1998)
- Definition Patterns of behavior and self-expression that do not match the environmental context, norms, and expectations
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED SELF-CARE
(2006, LOE 2.1) - Back to Top
- Definition A pattern of performing activities for oneself that helps to meet health-related goals and can be strengthened
- BATHING/HYGIENE SELF-CARE DEFICIT
(1980, 1998)
- Definition Impaired ability to perform or complete bathing/hygiene activities for oneself
- DRESSING/GROOMING SELF-CARE DEFICIT
(1980, 1998)
- Definition Impaired ability to perform or complete dressing and grooming activities for self
- FEEDING SELF-CARE DEFICIT
(1980, 1998)
- Definition Impaired ability to perform or complete feeding activities
- TOILETING SELF-CARE DEFICIT
(1980, 1998)
- Definition Impaired ability to perform or complete own toileting activities
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED SELF-CONCEPT
(2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of perceptions or ideas about the self that is sufficient for well-being and can be strengthened
- CHRONIC LOW SELF-ESTEEM
(1988, 1996)
- Definition Long-standing negative self-evaluation/feelings about self or self-capabilities
- SITUATIONAL LOW SELF-ESTEEM
(1988, 1996, 2000)
- Definition Development of a negative perception of self-about self or self-capabilities worth in response to a current situation (specify)
- RISK FOR SITUATIONAL LOW SELF-ESTEEM
(2000)
- Definition At risk for developing negative perception of self-worth in response to a current situation (specify)
- SELF-MUTILATION
(2000)
- Definition Deliberate self-injurious behavior causing tissue damage with the intent of causing nonfatal injury to attain relief of tension
- RISK FOR SELF-MUTILATION
(1992, 2000)
- Definition At risk for deliberate self-injurious behavior causing tissue damage with the intent of causing nonfatal injury to attain relief of tension
- DISTURBED SENSORY PERCEPTION (Specify: Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, Gustatory, Tactile, Olfactory)
(1978, 1980, 1998)
- Definition Change in the amount or patterning of incoming stimuli accompanied by a diminished, exaggerated, distorted, or impaired response to such stimuli
- SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION
(1980, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition The state in which an individual experiences a change in sexual function during the sexual response phases of desire, excitation, and/or orgasm, which is viewed as unsatisfying, unrewarding or inadequate
- INEFFECTIVE SEXUALITY PATTERN
(1986, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Expressions of concern regarding own sexuality
- IMPAIRED SKIN INTEGRITY
(1975, 1998)
- Definition Altered epidermis and/or dermis
- RISK FOR IMPAIRED SKIN INTEGRITY
(1975, 1998)
- Definition At risk for skin being adversely altered
- SLEEP DEPRIVATION
(1998)
- Definition Prolonged periods of time without sleep (sustained natural, periodic suspension of relative consciousness)
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED SLEEP
(2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of natural, periodic suspension of consciousness that provides adequate rest, sustains a desired lifestyle, and can be strengthened
- IMPAIRED SOCIAL INTERACTION
(1986)
- Definition Insufficient or excessive quantity or ineffective quality of social exchange
- SOCIAL ISOLATION
(1982)
- Definition Aloneness experienced by the individual and perceived as imposed by others and as a negative or threatening state
- CHRONIC SORROW
(1998)
- Definition Cyclical, recurring, and potentially progressive pattern of pervasive sadness experienced (by a parent, caregiver, individual with chronic illness or disability) in response to continual loss, throughout the trajectory of an illness or disability
- SPIRITUAL DISTRESS
(1978, 2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Impaired ability to experience and integrate meaning and purpose in life through connectedness with self, others, art, music, literature, nature, and/or a power greater than one-self
- RISK FOR SPIRITUAL DISTRESS
(1998, 2004, LOE 2.1)
- Definition At risk for an impaired ability to experience and integrate meaning and purpose in life through connectedness with self, others, art, music, literature, nature, and/or a power greater than oneself
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED SPIRITUAL WELL-BEING
(1994, 2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Ability to experience and integrate meaning and purpose in life through connectedness with self, others, art, music, literature, nature, and/or a power greater than oneself that can be strengthened
- STRESS OVERLOAD
(2006, LOE 3.2)
- Definition Excessive amounts and types of demands that require action
- RISK FOR SUFFOCATION
(1980)
- Definition Accentuated risk of accidental suffocation (inadequate air available for inhalation)
- RISK FOR SUICIDE
(2000)
- Definition At risk for self-inflicted, life-threatening injury
- DELAYED SURGICAL RECOVERY
(1998, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Extension of the number of postoperative days required to initiate and perform activities that maintain life, health, and well-being
- IMPAIRED SWALLOWING
(1986, 1998)
- Definition Abnormal functioning of the swallowing mechanism associated with deficits in oral, pharyngeal, or esophageal structure or function
- EFFECTIVE THERAPEUTIC REGIMEN MANAGEMENT
(1994) - Back to Top
- Definition Pattern of regulating and integrating into daily living a program for treatment of illness and its sequelae that is satisfactory for meeting specific health goals
- INEFFECTIVE THERAPEUTIC REGIMEN MANAGEMENT
(1992)
- Definition Pattern of regulating and integrating into daily living a program for treatment of illness and the sequelae of illness that is unsatisfactory for meeting specific health goals
- INEFFECTIVE COMMUNITY THERAPEUTIC REGIMEN MANAGEMENT
(1994)
- Definition Pattern of regulating and integrating into com munity processes programs for treatment of illness and the sequelae of illness that are unsatisfactory for meeting health-related goals
- INEFFECTIVE FAMILY THERAPEUTIC REGIMEN MANAGEMENT
(1994)
- Definition Pattern of regulating and integrating into family processes a program for treatment of illness and the sequelae of illness that is unsatisfactory for meeting specific health goals
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED THERAPEUTIC REGIMEN MANAGEMENT
(2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of regulating and integrating into daily living a program for treatment of illness and its sequelae that is sufficient for meeting health-related goals and can be strengthened
- INEFFECTIVE THERMOREGULATION
(1986)
- Definition Temperature fluctuation between hypothermia and hyperthermia
- DISTURBED THOUGHT PROCESSES
(1973, 1996)
- Definition Disruption in cognitive operations and activities
- IMPAIRED TISSUE INTEGRITY
(1986, 1998)
- Definition Damage to mucous membrane, corneal, integumentary, or subcutaneous tissues
- INEFFECTIVE TISSUE PERFUSION (Specify Type: Renal, Cerebral, Cardiopulmonary, Gastrointestinal, Peripheral)
(1980, 1998)
- Definition Decrease in oxygen resulting in the failure to nourish the tissues at the capillary level
- IMPAIRED TRANSFER ABILITY
(1998, 2006, LOE 2.1)
- Definition Limitation of independent movement between two nearby surfaces
- RISK FOR TRAUMA
(1980)
- Definition Accentuated risk of accidental tissue injury (e.g., wound, burn, fracture)
- IMPAIRED URINARY ELIMINATION
(1973, 2006, LOE 2.1) - Back to Top
- Definition Dysfunction in urine elimination
- READINESS FOR ENHANCED URINARY ELIMINATION
(2002, LOE 2.1)
- Definition A pattern of urinary functions that is sufficient for meeting elimninatory needs and can be strengthened
- URINARY RETENTION
(1986)
- Definition Incomplete emptying of the bladder
- IMPAIRED SPONTANEOUS VENTILATION
(1992) - Back to Top
- Definition Decreased energy reserves result in an individuals inability to maintain breathing adequate to support life
- DYSFUNCTIONAL VENTILATORY WEANING
(1992)
- Definition Inability to adjust to lowered levels of mechanical ventilator support that interrupts and prolongs the weaning process
- RISK FOR OTHER-DIRECTED VIOLENCE
(1980, 1996)
- Definition At risk for behaviors in which an individual demonstrates that he/she can be physically, emotionally, and/or sexually harmful to others
- RISK FOR SELF-DIRECTED VIOLENCE
(1994)
- Definition At risk for behaviors in which an individual demonstrates that he/she can be physically, emotionally and/or sexually harmful to self
- IMPAIRED WALKING
(1998, 2006, LOE 2.1) - Back to Top
- Definition Limitation of independent movement within the environment on foot
- WANDERING
(2000)
- Definition Meandering, aimless or repetitive locomotion that exposes the individual to harm; frequently incongruent with boundaries, limits, or obstacles
Source: Neal, Margo C., Managing Editor. NANDA-1 Nursing Diagnosis: Definitions & Classification 2007-2008. Philadelphia, PA: NANDA International, 2007.