Nursing diagnoses are standardized statements about the health of a patient that guide the planning of care. They are formulated using a framework such as NANDA-I (North American Nursing Diagnosis Association-International). A nursing diagnosis typically includes:
Problem Statement: Identifies the issue (e.g., "Ineffective Breathing Pattern"). Etiology: Describes the cause or contributing factors (e.g., "related to asthma"). Symptoms: Lists observable signs and symptoms (e.g., "as evidenced by shortness of breath").
