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Description Read the case study and answer the questions. Mrs. Martin is hospitalized for an exacerbation of her multiple sclerosis. She tells the nurse she is tired of being ill and is not getting any better. She says, "When I am in the hospital, I cannot attend church, which is my only enjoyment." Later in the day, Mrs. Martin is tearful and withdrawn when the nurse makes rounds. 1. What further data collection should the nurse obtain to identify Mrs. Martin's patient-centered needs? 2. What possible nursing diagnoses would be appropriate for Mrs. Martin? 3. What patient-centered care interventions could the nurse use to assist Mrs. Martin in meeting her wish to attend church? 4. How would the nurse know that Mrs. Martin's goal has been met?
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