NANDA Diarrhea Nursing Diagnosis

NANDA Definition: Passage of loose, unformed stools

Defining Characteristics:

• Hyperactive bowel sounds; 
• at least three loose liquid stools per day; 
• urgency; 
• abdominal pain; 
• cramping

Related Factors:

Psychological

• High stress levels and anxiety

Situational

• Alcohol abuse; 
• toxins; 
• laxative abuse; 
• radiation; 
• tube feedings; 
• adverse effects of medications; 
• contaminants; 
• travel

Physiological

• Inflammation; 
• malabsorption;
• infectious processes; 
• irritation; 
• parasites

NOC Outcomes (Nursing Outcomes Classification)

Suggested NOC Labels

• Bowel Elimination
• Electrolyte and Acid-Base Balance
• Fluid Balance
• Hydration
• Treatment Behavior: Illness or Injury

Client Outcomes

• Defecates formed, soft stool every day to every third day
• Maintains a rectal area free of irritation
• States relief from cramping and less or no diarrhea
• Explains cause of diarrhea and rationale for treatment
• Maintains good skin turgor and weight at usual level
• Contains stool appropriately (if previously incontinent)

NIC Interventions (Nursing Interventions Classification)

Suggested NIC Labels

• Diarrhea Management

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